Chaozhou to Shantou by bus
Shantou lies 34 km (21 mi) south of Chaozhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 51 min including stops, over roughly 41 km (26 mi) of road.
| Chaozhou | Shantou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1.8 million | 3.8 million |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 521000 | 515000 |
Where to book buses from Chaozhou to Shantou
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Staying in Shantou
Our booking partner lists 59 places to stay in Shantou. Of the 54 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (17), and 8 are five-star. Guests have left 731 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Shantou
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Common questions
How far is Shantou from Chaozhou?
34 km (21 mi) in a straight line, south of Chaozhou; by road roughly 41 km (26 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chaozhou to Shantou by bus?
About 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chaozhou and Shantou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shantou?
Our booking partner lists 59 places to stay in Shantou, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.