Guangzhou to Jincheng by train
Jincheng lies 1,378 km (856 mi) north of Guangzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 12 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,681 km (1,044 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Guangzhou | Jincheng | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 18.7 million | 476,945 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 711 m (2,333 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Guangzhoubaiyun Railway Station, Xiaoping Station, Shangbu Station | Jincheng East Railway Station, Gaoping Railway Station, Jincheng North Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 510000 | 048000 |
Where to book trains from Guangzhou to Jincheng
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Staying in Jincheng
Our booking partner lists 10 places to stay in Jincheng. Of the 9 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 5 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Jincheng from Guangzhou?
1,378 km (856 mi) in a straight line, north of Guangzhou; by road roughly 1,681 km (1,044 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Jincheng by train?
About 7 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guangzhou and Jincheng?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Jincheng?
Our booking partner lists 10 places to stay in Jincheng, 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 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.