Guangzhou to Nanping by train
Nanping lies 633 km (393 mi) north-east of Guangzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 18 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 772 km (480 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Guangzhou | Nanping | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 18.7 million | 467,875 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 102 m (335 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Guangzhoubaiyun Railway Station, Xiaoping Station, Shangbu Station | Shaikou Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 510000 | 353000 |
Where to book trains from Guangzhou to Nanping
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Staying in Nanping
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Nanping. Of the 20 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (10), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 40 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Nanping
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Common questions
How far is Nanping from Guangzhou?
633 km (393 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Guangzhou; by road roughly 772 km (480 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Nanping by train?
About 3 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guangzhou and Nanping?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Nanping?
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Nanping, 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.