Putian to Sanming by train
Sanming lies 166 km (103 mi) north-west of Putian, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 52 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 202 km (126 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Putian | Sanming | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1.5 million | 602,166 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 126 m (413 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Lim railway station, Putiandong Railway Station | Wanneng Railway Station, Shaxian Railway Station, Sanmingdong Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 351100 | 365000 |
Where to book trains from Putian to Sanming
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Staying in Sanming
Our booking partner lists 4 places to stay in Sanming. Of the 4 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3).
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Common questions
How far is Sanming from Putian?
166 km (103 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Putian; by road roughly 202 km (126 mi).
How long does it take to get from Putian to Sanming by train?
About 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Putian and Sanming?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Sanming?
Our booking partner lists 4 places to stay in Sanming, 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.