Putian to Quanzhou by train
Quanzhou lies 72 km (45 mi) south-west of Putian, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 23 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 88 km (55 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Putian | Quanzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1.5 million | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Lim railway station, Putiandong Railway Station | Quanzhoudong Railway Station, Anxi Railway Station, Fude Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 351100 | 362000 |
Where to book trains from Putian to Quanzhou
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Staying in Quanzhou
Our booking partner lists 63 places to stay in Quanzhou. Of the 57 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (19), and 8 are five-star. Guests have left 743 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Quanzhou from Putian?
72 km (45 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Putian; by road roughly 88 km (55 mi).
How long does it take to get from Putian to Quanzhou by train?
About 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Putian and Quanzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Quanzhou?
Our booking partner lists 63 places to stay in Quanzhou, 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.