Shenzhen to Xiamen by train
Xiamen lies 462 km (287 mi) north-east of Shenzhen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 25 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 564 km (350 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shenzhen | Xiamen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 17.5 million | 4.6 million |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Xinglin railway station, Guluo station |
| Postal codes | 518000 | 361000 |
Where to book trains from Shenzhen to Xiamen
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Staying in Xiamen
Our booking partner lists 260 places to stay in Xiamen. Of the 253 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (87), and 55 are five-star. Across 41 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.9 out of 10. Guests have left 9,416 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Xiamen from Shenzhen?
462 km (287 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Shenzhen; by road roughly 564 km (350 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shenzhen to Xiamen by train?
About 2 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shenzhen and Xiamen?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Xiamen?
Our booking partner lists 260 places to stay in Xiamen, 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.