Fuzhou to Sanming by train
Sanming lies 229 km (142 mi) south-east of Fuzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 12 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 279 km (174 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Fuzhou | Sanming | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1.1 million | 602,166 |
| Elevation | 53 m (174 ft) | 126 m (413 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Fuzhou East railway station, Nanfeng Railway Station | Wanneng Railway Station, Shaxian Railway Station, Sanmingdong Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 344000–350000 | 365000 |
Where to book trains from Fuzhou to Sanming
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Staying in Sanming
Our booking partner lists 4 places to stay in Sanming. Of the 4 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3).
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Common questions
How far is Sanming from Fuzhou?
229 km (142 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Fuzhou; by road roughly 279 km (174 mi).
How long does it take to get from Fuzhou to Sanming by train?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fuzhou and Sanming?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Sanming?
Our booking partner lists 4 places to stay in Sanming, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.