Shanghai to Changzhou by train
Changzhou lies 155 km (96 mi) north-west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 49 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 189 km (118 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shanghai | Changzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 3.3 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Changzhou railway station, Liyang railway station, Wawushan Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 213000 |
Where to book trains from Shanghai to Changzhou
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Staying in Changzhou
Our booking partner lists 127 places to stay in Changzhou. Of the 122 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (42), and 19 are five-star. Guests have left 962 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Changzhou from Shanghai?
155 km (96 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Shanghai; by road roughly 189 km (118 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Changzhou by train?
About 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Changzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Changzhou?
Our booking partner lists 127 places to stay in Changzhou, 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.