Shanghai to Nanyang by train
Nanyang lies 862 km (536 mi) west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 30 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,052 km (654 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shanghai | Nanyang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 126 m (413 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Dengzhou Railway Station, Hantang Railway Station, Zhenping Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 473100 |
Where to book trains from Shanghai to Nanyang
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Staying in Nanyang
Our booking partner lists 7 places to stay in Nanyang. Of the 7 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 18 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Nanyang
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Common questions
How far is Nanyang from Shanghai?
862 km (536 mi) in a straight line, west of Shanghai; by road roughly 1,052 km (654 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Nanyang by train?
About 4 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Nanyang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Nanyang?
Our booking partner lists 7 places to stay in Nanyang, 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.