Hangzhou to Putian by train
Putian lies 551 km (343 mi) south of Hangzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 53 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 673 km (418 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Hangzhou | Putian | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 11.9 million | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Hangzhou railway station, Hangzhou East railway station, Hangzhou South railway station | Lim railway station, Putiandong Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 310000 | 351100 |
Where to book trains from Hangzhou to Putian
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Staying in Putian
Our booking partner lists 21 places to stay in Putian. Of the 17 with a star rating, the largest group is 5-star (6), and 6 are five-star. Guests have left 114 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Putian
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Common questions
How far is Putian from Hangzhou?
551 km (343 mi) in a straight line, south of Hangzhou; by road roughly 673 km (418 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hangzhou to Putian by train?
About 2 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hangzhou and Putian?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Putian?
Our booking partner lists 21 places to stay in Putian, 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.