The station is located in the Pingshan District of Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province, China.

[2] It was originally designated as Shenzhen East railway station in initial government announcements.

This was due to existence of another Xincheng Station on the Chinese rail network.

[4] The station features four high level platforms served by eight tracks.

The Northern Square will provide access for private vehicles, long-distance and local bus services.