Shenzhen to Kunshan by train
Kunshan lies 1,195 km (743 mi) north-east of Shenzhen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 15 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,458 km (906 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shenzhen | Kunshan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 17.5 million | 2.1 million |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Kunshan South railway station, Kunshan railway station, Huaqiao railway station |
| Postal codes | 518000 | 215300 |
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Staying in Kunshan
Our booking partner lists 37 places to stay in Kunshan. Of the 35 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (13), and 9 are five-star. Guests have left 538 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kunshan from Shenzhen?
1,195 km (743 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Shenzhen; by road roughly 1,458 km (906 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shenzhen to Kunshan by train?
About 6 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shenzhen and Kunshan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kunshan?
Our booking partner lists 37 places to stay in Kunshan, 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.