Zhongshan to Foshan by train
Foshan lies 61 km (38 mi) north-west of Zhongshan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 19 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 75 km (47 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Zhongshan | Foshan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.8 million | 9 million |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Foshan Railway Station, Dongping Station, Sanyanqiao Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 528400 | 528000 |
Where to book trains from Zhongshan to Foshan
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Staying in Foshan
Our booking partner lists 189 places to stay in Foshan. Of the 176 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (71), and 12 are five-star. Across 18 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.9 out of 10. Guests have left 5,288 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Foshan from Zhongshan?
61 km (38 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Zhongshan; by road roughly 75 km (47 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zhongshan to Foshan by train?
About 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zhongshan and Foshan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Foshan?
Our booking partner lists 189 places to stay in Foshan, 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.