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GuangzhouDanshui

Guangzhou to Danshui by train

Danshui lies 130 km (80 mi) east of Guangzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

By rail the journey is about 41 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 158 km (98 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.

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GuangzhouDanshui
CountryChinaChina
Population18.7 million126,701
Elevation15 m (49 ft)27 m (89 ft)
Time nowUTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai)UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai)
Stations on recordGuangzhoubaiyun Railway Station, Xiaoping Station, Shangbu StationHuiyang railway station

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Common questions

How far is Danshui from Guangzhou?

130 km (80 mi) in a straight line, east of Guangzhou; by road roughly 158 km (98 mi).

How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Danshui by train?

About 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Guangzhou and Danshui?

No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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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.