Shantou to Quanzhou by train
Quanzhou lies 260 km (161 mi) north-east of Shantou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 21 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 317 km (197 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shantou | Quanzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.8 million | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Quanzhoudong Railway Station, Anxi Railway Station, Fude Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 515000 | 362000 |
Where to book trains from Shantou to Quanzhou
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Staying in Quanzhou
Our booking partner lists 63 places to stay in Quanzhou. Of the 57 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (19), and 8 are five-star. Guests have left 743 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Quanzhou from Shantou?
260 km (161 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Shantou; by road roughly 317 km (197 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shantou to Quanzhou by train?
About 1 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shantou and Quanzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Quanzhou?
Our booking partner lists 63 places to stay in Quanzhou, 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.