Beijing to Kaifeng by train
Kaifeng lies 597 km (371 mi) south of Beijing, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 7 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 729 km (453 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Beijing | Kaifeng | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 19 million | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 49 m (161 ft) | 76 m (249 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Kaifeng North railway station, Songchenglu railway station, Luowang Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 100000 | 475000 |
Where to book trains from Beijing to Kaifeng
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Staying in Kaifeng
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Kaifeng. Of the 27 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (9), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 82 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kaifeng from Beijing?
597 km (371 mi) in a straight line, south of Beijing; by road roughly 729 km (453 mi).
How long does it take to get from Beijing to Kaifeng by train?
About 3 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Beijing and Kaifeng?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kaifeng?
Our booking partner lists 34 places to stay in Kaifeng, 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.