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Xiamen to Sanming by bus

Sanming lies 202 km (126 mi) north of Xiamen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 3 h 53 min including stops, over roughly 247 km (153 mi) of road.

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XiamenSanming
CountryChinaChina
Population4.6 million602,166
Elevation12 m (39 ft)126 m (413 ft)
Time nowUTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai)UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai)
Postal codes361000365000

Where to book buses from Xiamen to Sanming

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Staying in Sanming

Our booking partner lists 4 places to stay in Sanming. Of the 4 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3).

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Common questions

How far is Sanming from Xiamen?

202 km (126 mi) in a straight line, north of Xiamen; by road roughly 247 km (153 mi).

How long does it take to get from Xiamen to Sanming by bus?

About 3 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Xiamen and Sanming?

No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.

Where can I stay in Sanming?

Our booking partner lists 4 places to stay in Sanming, bookable on this site.

Where these facts come from

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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.