Rugao to Hangzhou by bus
Hangzhou lies 234 km (146 mi) south of Rugao, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 27 min including stops, over roughly 286 km (178 mi) of road.
| Rugao | Hangzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 257,400 | 11.9 million |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 226500 | 310000 |
Where to book buses from Rugao to Hangzhou
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Staying in Hangzhou
Our booking partner lists 709 places to stay in Hangzhou. Of the 684 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (263), and 79 are five-star. Across 58 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.9 out of 10. Guests have left 13,306 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Hangzhou from Rugao?
234 km (146 mi) in a straight line, south of Rugao; by road roughly 286 km (178 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rugao to Hangzhou by bus?
About 4 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rugao and Hangzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Hangzhou?
Our booking partner lists 709 places to stay in Hangzhou, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.