Shaoyang to Guilin by train
Guilin lies 247 km (153 mi) south-west of Shaoyang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 17 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 301 km (187 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shaoyang | Guilin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 753,194 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 243 m (797 ft) | 141 m (463 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Shaoyang railway station, Shaoyang North railway station | Guilinbei Railway Station, Guilinxi Railway Station, Yongfu Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 422000 | 541000 |
Where to book trains from Shaoyang to Guilin
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Staying in Guilin
Our booking partner lists 325 places to stay in Guilin. Of the 319 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (175), and 14 are five-star. Across 26 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9 out of 10. Guests have left 8,479 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Guilin from Shaoyang?
247 km (153 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Shaoyang; by road roughly 301 km (187 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shaoyang to Guilin by train?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shaoyang and Guilin?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Guilin?
Our booking partner lists 325 places to stay in Guilin, 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.