Zhuhai is a coastal city in southern China, located next to Macau and close to Hong Kong and Guangzhou. For most travelers, transportation in Zhuhai is not complicated, but it works differently from many Western cities.
This guide explains how to get to Zhuhai, how to move around the city, and how to cross borders to Macau and Hong Kong in the most practical way.
What You Need to Know About Transportation in Zhuhai
Before planning your trip, here are the main transportation points most travelers search for:
● How to get from Zhuhai Airport to city center
● How to travel from Zhuhai to Macau
● How to cross the border at Gongbei Port or Hengqin Port
● Whether taxis or ride-hailing apps are easy to use
● How public transport works in Zhuhai
● Transportation cost in Zhuhai
Most travel in Zhuhai is short-distance and affordable. The city is also well connected to Macau and the Greater Bay Area.
How to Get to Zhuhai
Airport to Zhuhai
Zhuhai Jinwan Airport is the main airport in Zhuhai, but it currently has limited international flight connections. In most cases, international travelers do not fly directly into Zhuhai.Instead, travelers usually arrive at one of the major international airports in nearby cities and then continue to Zhuhai by land or cross-border transport.
The most common entry points are:
● Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
● Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport
● Hong Kong International Airport
● Macau International Airport
From these airports, travelers continue their journey to Zhuhai using the following transportations.
From Guangzhou, Shenzhen to Zhuhai
The most common way to reach Zhuhai is by high-speed train.
● High-speed train: Fast, reliable, and widely used
● Long-distance buses: Cheaper but slower
● Private car or transfer: More flexible for families or groups
Zhuhai Railway Station is located near the Gongbei border, making it convenient for travelers heading to Macau.
From Macau to Zhuhai (Most Important Route)
Most international visitors enter Zhuhai from Macau.
Main Border Crossings:
1. Gongbei Port (Most Popular)
● The busiest and most central border crossing
● Direct access to Zhuhai city center
● Walking distance after immigration clearance
● Can be crowded during peak hours
2. Hengqin Port (Less Crowded)
● Newer and more modern checkpoint
● Better for travelers staying in Hengqin hotels or resorts
● Usually faster immigration process
What the process looks like:
1. Exit Macau immigration
2. Walk through border control
3. Enter Zhuhai immigration
4. Continue by taxi, bus, or Didi
From Hong Kong to Zhuhai
There are five options to choose:
1. Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Shuttle Bus (Golden Bus)
Budget option with frequent departures between Hong Kong and Zhuhai ports.
2. Cross-border Direct Coach
Direct service from downtown Hong Kong to central Zhuhai with no transfers.
3. Cross-border Private Charter Car
Comfortable door-to-door transport suitable for group and late-night trips.
4. Cross-border Ferry
Sea travel connecting Hong Kong terminals directly to Zhuhai Jiuzhou Port.
5. High-speed Rail via Shenzhen
Requires train transfer in Shenzhen before heading to Zhuhai.
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