Sanming to Putian by train
Putian lies 166 km (103 mi) south-east of Sanming, 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.
| Sanming | Putian | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 602,166 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 126 m (413 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Wanneng Railway Station, Shaxian Railway Station, Sanmingdong Railway Station | Lim railway station, Putiandong Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 365000 | 351100 |
Where to book trains from Sanming to Putian
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Staying in Putian
Our booking partner lists 21 places to stay in Putian. Of the 17 with a star rating, the largest group is 5-star (6), and 6 are five-star. Guests have left 114 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Putian from Sanming?
166 km (103 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Sanming; by road roughly 202 km (126 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sanming to Putian by train?
About 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sanming and Putian?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Putian?
Our booking partner lists 21 places to stay in Putian, 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.