Putian to Dongguan by train
Dongguan lies 598 km (371 mi) south-west of Putian, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 7 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 729 km (453 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Putian | Dongguan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1.5 million | 9.6 million |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Lim railway station, Putiandong Railway Station | Dongguan railway station, Dongguandong Railway Station, Dongguanxi Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 351100 | 523000 |
Where to book trains from Putian to Dongguan
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Staying in Dongguan
Our booking partner lists 215 places to stay in Dongguan. Of the 207 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (76), and 33 are five-star. Across 18 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.7 out of 10. Guests have left 2,757 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Dongguan from Putian?
598 km (371 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Putian; by road roughly 729 km (453 mi).
How long does it take to get from Putian to Dongguan by train?
About 3 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Putian and Dongguan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Dongguan?
Our booking partner lists 215 places to stay in Dongguan, 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.