Guangzhou Metro- Line 6

Line 6 of the Guangzhou Metro runs from Liwan District to Huangpu District. It starts at Xunfenggang and ends at Xiangxue, interchanging with Line 5 at Tanwei and Ouzhuang; Line 1 at Huangsha and Dongshankou; Line 8 at Cultural Park; Line 2 at Haizhu Square; Line 21 at Suyuan; Line 3 at Yantang and Tianhe Coach Terminal. The total length is 41.9 km (26.04 mi) with 32 stations. Line 6 serves densely populated areas including residential communities in Jinshazhou, the pedestrian street in Beijing Lu and wholesale markets in Shahe. Nevertheless, Line 6, which runs four-car trains, has long had a questionable train capacity. The phase one section between Xunfenggang and Changban began to provide service from 28 December 2013 with the exception of Yide Lu and Shahe stations. Yide Lu opened over a year later on 28 January 2015. The second phase of Line 6 from Changban to Xiangxue has been in operation since 28 December 2016. Like Lines 4 and 5, Line 6 is equipped with linear induction motor technology. Line 6’s color is maroon.

Overview

  • Chinese: 广州地铁6号线
  • Pinyin: Guǎngzhōu Dìtiě Liù Hào Xiàn
  • Color on Maps: Dark blue

Key Information

  • Operational Start: 28th December 2013
  • Length: Approximately 31.6 km
  • Number of Stations: 27
  • Termini:
    • Xunfenggang (浔峰岗) – Located in the eastern part of Haizhu District
    • Xiangxue (香雪) – Located in the eastern part of Huangpu District

Route and Stations (West to East)

  1. Xunfenggang (浔峰岗) – Interchange with Line 8
  2. Guangzhou East Railway Station (广州东站) – Interchange with Line 1 and Line 3
  3. Keyun Lu (客运站) – Near Tianhe Coach Terminal
  4. Yanling (燕岭) –
  5. Shayuan (沙园) –
  6. Shayuan South (沙园南) –
  7. Tianpingjia (天平架) –
  8. Shisanhang (市三皇) –
  9. Shilian (石莲) –
  10. Gongyuanqian (公园前) – Interchange with Line 1
  11. Haizhu Square (海珠广场) – Interchange with Line 2
  12. Culture Park (文化公园) –
  13. Nanfang Hospital (南方医院) –
  14. Donghu (东湖) –
  15. Dongxiaonan (东晓南) –
  16. Wushan (五山) –
  17. Yuan Cun (员村) – Interchange with Line 5
  18. Shahe (沙河) –
  19. Gangding (岗顶) – Interchange with Line 3
  20. Huangpu Dadao (黄埔大道) –
  21. Changban (长湴) –
  22. Jinxiu Xincheng (锦绣新城) –
  23. Nangang (南岗) –
  24. Xiangxue (香雪) –

Features and Connections

  • Interchanges: Line 6 intersects with several other key metro lines, facilitating convenient transfers across Guangzhou.
  • Service Frequency: Offers frequent service throughout the day, catering to both daily commuters and tourists.
  • Urban Development: Line 6 plays a crucial role in enhancing connectivity and accessibility within Guangzhou’s rapidly growing districts.

Future Developments

  • Expansion: Continual improvements and expansions are planned to accommodate increasing ridership and urban development needs.
  • Enhancements: Efforts are ongoing to optimize service efficiency, safety standards, and passenger experience.

Guangzhou Metro Line 6 serves as a vital artery in Guangzhou’s public transportation system, providing efficient and reliable transit options across various districts of the city.