Driving from Guangzhou to Changsha
Changsha lies 100 km (62 mi) south-west of Guangzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 32 min without stops, over roughly 122 km (76 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Guangzhou | Changsha | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 18.7 million | 688,242 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 510000 | 410000 |
Where to book car hire from Guangzhou to Changsha
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Staying in Changsha
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Common questions
How far is Changsha from Guangzhou?
100 km (62 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Guangzhou; by road roughly 122 km (76 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Changsha by car?
About 1 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guangzhou and Changsha?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.