Shantou to Zhangzhou by train
Zhangzhou lies 163 km (101 mi) north-east of Shantou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 51 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 198 km (123 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shantou | Zhangzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.8 million | 589,831 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Jiaomei railway station, Jinshanqiao Railway Station, Xinanban Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 515000 | 363000 |
Where to book trains from Shantou to 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.
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Common questions
How far is Zhangzhou from Shantou?
163 km (101 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Shantou; by road roughly 198 km (123 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shantou to Zhangzhou by train?
About 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shantou 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.