Shanghai to Linyi by train
Linyi lies 516 km (321 mi) north-west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 42 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 630 km (391 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shanghai | Linyi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 69 m (226 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Lijiazhai Railway Station, Tancheng Railway Station, Wenshui Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 276000 |
Where to book trains from Shanghai to Linyi
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Staying in Linyi
Our booking partner lists 56 places to stay in Linyi. Of the 45 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (15), and 4 are five-star. Guests have left 269 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Linyi from Shanghai?
516 km (321 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Shanghai; by road roughly 630 km (391 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Linyi by train?
About 2 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Linyi?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Linyi?
Our booking partner lists 56 places to stay in Linyi, 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.