According to Baidu map query, the specific steps of taking the subway from guangzhou east railway station to Chebei subway station are as follows:

1. Walk to guangzhou east railway station and take Metro Line 3 to the north.

2. Get off at Tiyu West Road Station and transfer to Metro Line 3.

3. Get off at Zhujiang New Town Station and transfer to Metro Line 5.

4. Get off at Chebei South Station and walk to Chebei subway station.