How to Get to Canton Fair from Guangzhou: A Step-by-Step Transportation Guide for Foreigners

How to Travel from Guangzhou to the Canton Fair: A Complete Guide

The Canton Fair (China Import and Export Fair) is one of the largest trade fairs in the world, held in Guangzhou, China. For foreigners visiting China, navigating transportation can be challenging. Here's a detailed guide to help you reach the Canton Fair effortlessly.  

1. By Guangzhou Metro (Fastest & Cheapest)

Step 1: Take Line 8 (red line) to Xingangdong Station (新港东站, Exit B). This station is directly connected to the Pazhou Complex, where the Canton Fair is held.  

Step 2: Purchase a metro ticket at self-service machines (English options available) or use a Guangzhou Metro app (e.g., Alipay/WeChat Pay).  

-Travel Time: 30–40 minutes from downtown Guangzhou.  

-Cost: 4–8 RMB ($0.5–$1.2 USD). 

2. By Taxi or Ride-Hailing (Most Convenient)

Step 1: Use ride-hailing apps like Didi (China's Uber) or flag down a taxi. Show the driver this Chinese address: 中国进出口商品交易会展馆 (Pazhou Complex, Haizhu District, Guangzhou).  

-Step 2: Confirm the fare in advance. Most drivers don't speak English, so use translation apps like Google Translate.  

-Travel Time: 20–40 minutes, depending on traffic.  

-Cost: 50–150 RMB ($7–20 USD).  

3. By Airport Shuttle (From Guangzhou Baiyun Airport)  

-Step 1: At Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), take the Airport Express Line 2 to Pazhou Complex.  

-Step 2: Buses run every 30 minutes from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Buy tickets at the airport's ground transportation desk.  

-Travel Time: 1 hour.  

-Cost: 25 RMB ($3.5 USD).  

4. By Public Bus (Budget-Friendly)

-Routes: Buses 229, 262, 304, 582, or 763 stop near the Pazhou Complex. Look for signs in English at bus stops.  

-Payment: Use cash (exact change) or scan QR codes via Alipay/WeChat.  

-Travel Time: 40–60 minutes.  

-Cost: 2 RMB ($0.3 USD).

5. Walking from Nearby Hotels (For Close Accommodations)  

Many hotels near the Pazhou Complex offer free shuttles to the Canton Fair. Check with your hotel in advance.  

Pro Tips for Foreign Visitors  

-Download Apps: Use MetroMan (Guangzhou subway maps) and AMap (navigation) for real-time updates.  

-Avoid Rush Hours: Metro and roads are crowded 7:30–9:30 AM and 5:00–7:00 PM.  

-Carry a Translation Card: Write your destination in Chinese to show drivers: “请带我去广交会展馆” (Please take me to the Canton Fair). 

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