Day trip from Nanjing to Rugao
Rugao lies 173 km (107 mi) east of Nanjing, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 173 km (107 mi) apart, Rugao is a realistic day trip from Nanjing: about 2 h 49 min each way by road.
| Nanjing | Rugao | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 9.3 million | 257,400 |
| Elevation | 22 m (72 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 210000 | 226500 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Rugao
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Staying in Rugao
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Common questions
How far is Rugao from Nanjing?
173 km (107 mi) in a straight line, east of Nanjing; by road roughly 211 km (131 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nanjing to Rugao by road?
About 2 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nanjing and Rugao?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.