Shaoyang to Xiangtan by train
Xiangtan lies 157 km (98 mi) north-east of Shaoyang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 49 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 192 km (119 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shaoyang | Xiangtan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 753,194 | 959,303 |
| Elevation | 243 m (797 ft) | 31 m (102 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Shaoyang railway station, Shaoyang North railway station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 422000 | 411100 |
Where to book trains from Shaoyang to Xiangtan
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Staying in Xiangtan
Our booking partner lists 10 places to stay in Xiangtan. Of the 8 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (3). Guests have left 2 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Xiangtan from Shaoyang?
157 km (98 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Shaoyang; by road roughly 192 km (119 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shaoyang to Xiangtan by train?
About 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shaoyang and Xiangtan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Xiangtan?
Our booking partner lists 10 places to stay in Xiangtan, 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.