两条新城际铁路线即将开通！广州南站30分钟直达白云机场

Core Points - The Guangzhou East Ring Intercity Railway (Panyu-North Baiyun Airport) and the Pailian Intercity Railway are set to commence operations, enhancing the intercity rail network in the Greater Bay Area from a "line" to a "network" [1][3] - The Guangzhou East Ring Intercity Railway spans 57.8 kilometers with 13 stations, while the Pailian Intercity Railway is 18.2 kilometers long with 4 stations [3] - Upon completion, the total length of intercity rail operated by Guangzhou Metro Group will reach 414.2 kilometers, significantly improving connectivity within the Greater Bay Area [3] Infrastructure and Connectivity - The Guangzhou East Ring Intercity Railway connects to multiple existing rail lines, forming a "vertical and horizontal main axis" for the Greater Bay Area intercity rail network [3] - The network will allow for travel times of 30 minutes to Foshan and Dongguan, 60 minutes to Zhaoqing and Huizhou, and 90 minutes to Qingyuan [3][4] - The Pailian Intercity Railway will enhance the connectivity of the Pazhou "exhibition + cultural tourism" hub [3] Operational Efficiency - The intercity rail network will feature flexible and efficient train operations, with 8 new routes connecting major stations [4][6] - A direct train service from Panyu to South Baiyun Airport will be introduced, taking approximately 31 minutes [4][6] - The ticketing system will utilize a multi-payment approach, allowing for seamless travel without the need for seat reservations [6]