Guangzhou to Rizhao by train
Rizhao lies 1,496 km (930 mi) north-east of Guangzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 49 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,825 km (1,134 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Guangzhou | Rizhao | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 18.7 million | 661,943 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 25 m (82 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Guangzhoubaiyun Railway Station, Xiaoping Station, Shangbu Station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 510000 | 276800 |
Where to book trains from Guangzhou to Rizhao
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Staying in Rizhao
Our booking partner lists 44 places to stay in Rizhao. Of the 35 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (16), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 79 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Rizhao
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Common questions
How far is Rizhao from Guangzhou?
1,496 km (930 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Guangzhou; by road roughly 1,825 km (1,134 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Rizhao by train?
About 7 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guangzhou and Rizhao?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Rizhao?
Our booking partner lists 44 places to stay in Rizhao, 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.