Longyan to Shantou by train
Shantou lies 194 km (121 mi) south of Longyan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 1 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 237 km (147 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Longyan | Shantou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1 million | 3.8 million |
| Elevation | 318 m (1,043 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Zhangping Railway Station, Yikeng Railway Station, Meishuikeng Railway Station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 364000 | 515000 |
Where to book trains from Longyan to Shantou
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Staying in Shantou
Our booking partner lists 59 places to stay in Shantou. Of the 54 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (17), and 8 are five-star. Guests have left 731 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Shantou from Longyan?
194 km (121 mi) in a straight line, south of Longyan; by road roughly 237 km (147 mi).
How long does it take to get from Longyan to Shantou by train?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Longyan and Shantou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shantou?
Our booking partner lists 59 places to stay in Shantou, 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.