Harbin to Tianjin by train
Tianjin lies 1,068 km (664 mi) south-west of Harbin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 35 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,303 km (810 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Harbin | Tianjin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 10 million | 13.9 million |
| Elevation | 140 m (459 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Harbin railway station, Harbin West railway station, Harbin North railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Harbin to Tianjin
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Staying in Tianjin
Our booking partner lists 255 places to stay in Tianjin. Of the 241 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (103), and 29 are five-star. Across 17 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9 out of 10. Guests have left 2,950 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Tianjin from Harbin?
1,068 km (664 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Harbin; by road roughly 1,303 km (810 mi).
How long does it take to get from Harbin to Tianjin by train?
About 5 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Harbin and Tianjin?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Tianjin?
Our booking partner lists 255 places to stay in Tianjin, 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.