Guangzhou to Shaoyang by train
Shaoyang lies 492 km (306 mi) north of Guangzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 34 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 601 km (373 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Guangzhou | Shaoyang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 18.7 million | 753,194 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 243 m (797 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Guangzhoubaiyun Railway Station, Xiaoping Station, Shangbu Station | Shaoyang railway station, Shaoyang North railway station |
| Postal codes | 510000 | 422000 |
Where to book trains from Guangzhou to Shaoyang
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Staying in Shaoyang
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Shaoyang. Of the 12 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Shaoyang from Guangzhou?
492 km (306 mi) in a straight line, north of Guangzhou; by road roughly 601 km (373 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Shaoyang by train?
About 2 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guangzhou and Shaoyang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shaoyang?
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Shaoyang, 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.