Xiamen to Shantou by bus
Shantou lies 190 km (118 mi) south-west of Xiamen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 39 min including stops, over roughly 231 km (144 mi) of road.
| Xiamen | Shantou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 4.6 million | 3.8 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 361000 | 515000 |
Where to book buses from Xiamen 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.
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Common questions
How far is Shantou from Xiamen?
190 km (118 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Xiamen; by road roughly 231 km (144 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xiamen to Shantou by bus?
About 3 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xiamen 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
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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.