Day trip from Putian to Zhangzhou
Zhangzhou lies 171 km (106 mi) south-west of Putian, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 171 km (106 mi) apart, Zhangzhou is a realistic day trip from Putian: about 2 h 47 min each way by road.
| Putian | Zhangzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1.5 million | 589,831 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 351100 | 363000 |
What to see in Zhangzhou
UNESCO World Heritage in the city: Fujian Tulou sites.
Where to book tours and tickets in Zhangzhou
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Staying in Zhangzhou
Our booking partner lists 23 places to stay in Zhangzhou. Of the 23 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (8), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 99 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Zhangzhou
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Common questions
How far is Zhangzhou from Putian?
171 km (106 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Putian; by road roughly 209 km (130 mi).
How long does it take to get from Putian to Zhangzhou by road?
About 2 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Putian and Zhangzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zhangzhou?
Our booking partner lists 23 places to stay in Zhangzhou, 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.