Guangzhou to Shiyan by train
Shiyan lies 1,087 km (676 mi) north of Guangzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 41 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,326 km (824 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Guangzhou | Shiyan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 18.7 million | 3.5 million |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 247 m (810 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Guangzhoubaiyun Railway Station, Xiaoping Station, Shangbu Station | Shiyandong Railway Station, Shiyan Railway Station, Danjiang Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 510000 | 442000 |
Where to book trains from Guangzhou to Shiyan
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Staying in Shiyan
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Shiyan. Of the 17 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (7), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 39 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Shiyan from Guangzhou?
1,087 km (676 mi) in a straight line, north of Guangzhou; by road roughly 1,326 km (824 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Shiyan by train?
About 5 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guangzhou and Shiyan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shiyan?
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Shiyan, 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.