据报道，广州近日将新开通两条城轨，分别是 广州东环城际铁路（番禺站——白云机场北）、琶莲城际铁路。 敏锐的人马上能发现，这两条城轨均与番禺区密切相关。 不得不说，番禺在广州乃至全省轨交网络中的地位，强到可怕——关于这对一点，我们待会展开讲 ，先说一个结论：番禺对轨交红利的开发不足10%， 这是一个被严重低估的区。 要知道，番禺地处珠三角平原的腹地中心，同时靠近广州核心区，这从根本上决定了：由番禺来担当珠三角的轨交网路中心 是最佳选项。 正因为如此，从番禺去到大湾区任何一个城市的市中心，都可以在一小时以内，当然南沙也可以，但南沙要开车，番禺既可以开车，也可以坐城际列车。 所以，番禺才是大湾区真正的"交通之王"，它不应该只是"广州的番禺"，还应该是"大湾区的番禺"，如果意识到这一点，这里的生意机会、房产价值半 径，都需要重估。 01 深圳老同学，每周都来番禺"上班" 最近有个住在深圳的老同学，每周都要广州来上几天班。 老同学是一个企业主，他的业务涉及文创与新零售，最近因为收购了一家广州企业，所以要经常到广州开会。 他将广州公司的base定在了万博，我好奇追问原因，他笑着给出两点理由： 一是近南站，回家方便，去佛山 ...

9月16日，广州地铁邀请媒体试乘广州东环城际。据悉，广东城际两条新线广州东环城际铁路（番禺— 白云机场北）、琶莲城际铁路将在全运会前开通，并与既有城际线贯通运营，将串起广惠、广肇、广 清、广州东环城际铁路（白云机场北—花都），届时广州地铁集团运营的城际铁路将达到414.2公里， 粤港澳大湾区城际将实现从"线型布局"向"网络运营"的飞跃。白云机场直达城际番禺站的"空铁城际快 线"也将同步开通，每日开行3班，全程约31分钟。 开行8条交路 无需对号入座，刷码即进 城际网的线路停站将全面采用"站站停+大站快车+特快列车+直达列车"公交化运营。其中，大站快车将 停靠飞霞、清城、花都、白云机场北、白云机场南、竹料、科韵路、琶洲、番禺、广州长隆、广州莲花 山、佛山西、三水北、鼎湖东、肇庆、东莞西、西平西、松山湖北、常平南、陈江南、西湖东、云山、 惠州北等23个车站。 特快列车将停靠清城、花都、白云机场北、白云机场南、竹料、琶洲、番禺、广州莲花山、佛山西、肇 庆、西平西、云山、惠州北13个车站。根据运行试验数据测算，从番禺站乘坐"特快列车"到佛山西站、 东莞西平西站用时约20分钟，到肇庆站、惠州云山站用时约60分钟，到清远 ...

Core Points - The Guangzhou Metro Group has invited media to experience the Guangzhou East Ring Intercity Railway, which is set to enhance the intercity rail network in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [1][3] - The Guangzhou East Ring Intercity Railway (Panyu-North Baiyun Airport) and the Palian Intercity Railway are about to commence operations, marking a significant transition from a "line" to a "network" in the intercity rail system [1][3] Summary by Sections Project Overview - The Guangzhou East Ring Intercity Railway runs 57.8 kilometers with 13 stations, while the Palian Intercity Railway spans 18.2 kilometers with 4 stations [3] - Both railways are constructed by the Pearl River Delta Intercity Rail Company under the Guangzhou Metro Group and will be operated by the Guangdong Intercity Operation Company [3] Operational Plans - The Guangzhou East Ring Intercity Railway and Palian Intercity Railway are scheduled to open before the National Games, increasing the total operational length of intercity railways managed by the Guangzhou Metro Group to 414.2 kilometers [3] - This development signifies a leap from a "linear layout" to "network operations" for the intercity railways in the Greater Bay Area [3] Connectivity and Economic Impact - Once operational, the rail network will enable direct connections between Guangzhou and other cities in the Bay Area, allowing travel times of 30 minutes to Foshan and Dongguan, 60 minutes to Zhaoqing and Huizhou, and 90 minutes to Qingyuan [3] - The formation of a "306090" transportation circle will enhance economic interactions and cultural exchanges among cities in the region [3]

Core Viewpoint - The Guangzhou East Ring Intercity Railway is nearing its opening, with testing phases currently underway at various stations, indicating significant progress in the project [1][2][5]. Group 1 - The railway's testing trains have successfully arrived at multiple stations, including the Pazhou Station and Longdong Station, showcasing operational readiness [5][7][9]. - The project is part of a broader initiative to enhance transportation infrastructure in Guangzhou, aiming to improve connectivity to key areas such as the Baiyun Airport [1]. Group 2 - The testing phase is crucial for ensuring safety and efficiency before the official launch, reflecting the project's commitment to high operational standards [2][3]. - The completion of the railway is expected to facilitate better access to urban and suburban areas, potentially boosting local economies and real estate development [1].

Core Insights - Guangzhou Metro Group has successfully completed the "running map" and long-distance connectivity tests for the Guangzhou East Ring Intercity and Palian Intercity Railways, indicating imminent opening of these new lines [1][5] - The new lines will significantly transform travel for residents of Dongguan, allowing direct access to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport without the need for transfers [1][5] Group 1: Infrastructure Development - The Guangzhou East Ring Intercity Railway (Panyu to Baiyun Airport North) spans 57.8 kilometers and connects 13 stations, enhancing connectivity within the region [3] - The integration of the Guangzhou East Ring and Palian Intercity Railways will enable a networked operation of intercity railways in the Pearl River Delta [5] Group 2: Impact on Commuters - Post-opening, travelers from Dongguan's Xiping West and Songshan Lake stations will be able to reach Baiyun Airport directly, improving travel efficiency [5] - The new rail lines will strengthen Dongguan's position as a hub in the Greater Bay Area's intercity railway network, facilitating access to at least six cities including Guangzhou, Foshan, Huizhou, Zhaoqing, and Qingyuan [5]