Shanghai to Tongshan by train
Tongshan lies 520 km (323 mi) north-west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 43 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 634 km (394 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shanghai | Tongshan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 329,661 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 37 m (121 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Shatang Railway Station, Qianting Railway Station, Jiahezhai Railway Station |
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Common questions
How far is Tongshan from Shanghai?
520 km (323 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Shanghai; by road roughly 634 km (394 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Tongshan by train?
About 2 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Tongshan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.