Guangzhou to Xiamen by ferry
Xiamen lies 514 km (320 mi) east of Guangzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 514 km (320 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 15 h 35 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Guangzhou | Xiamen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 18.7 million | 4.6 million |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Port | Port of Guangzhou | Port of Xiamen |
| Postal codes | 510000 | 361000 |
Where to book ferries from Guangzhou to Xiamen
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Staying in Xiamen
Our booking partner lists 260 places to stay in Xiamen. Of the 253 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (87), and 55 are five-star. Across 41 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.9 out of 10. Guests have left 9,416 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Xiamen from Guangzhou?
514 km (320 mi) in a straight line, east of Guangzhou; by road roughly 628 km (390 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Xiamen by ferry?
About 15 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guangzhou and Xiamen?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Xiamen?
Our booking partner lists 260 places to stay in Xiamen, 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.