Nanjing to Beining by train
Beining lies 1,093 km (679 mi) north of Nanjing, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 43 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,334 km (829 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nanjing | Beining | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 9.3 million | 152,033 |
| Elevation | 22 m (72 ft) | 66 m (217 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Nanjing railway station, Nanjing South railway station, Changfujie station | Gaoshanzi Railway Station, Qingduizi Railway Station, Tianshui Railway Station |
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Common questions
How far is Beining from Nanjing?
1,093 km (679 mi) in a straight line, north of Nanjing; by road roughly 1,334 km (829 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nanjing to Beining by train?
About 5 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nanjing and Beining?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.