Xiamen to Shangrao by Train

Yes, there are direct trains. About 29 departures a day run from Xiamen to Shangrao without changing trains — frequent. The fastest takes about 2h 50m.

Direct trains
29 per day
Fastest
2h 50m
Changes
None
Return (Shangrao → Xiamen)
10 per day · 2h 52m

Trains from Xiamen to Shangrao

Typical departures, Xiamen → Shangrao Showing the 12 quickest of 29 services we hold for this route. July 2026 timetable — not live.
TrainDepArrDuration FromTo StopsDistance
G256Xiamen → ShangraoXiamen 07:46 11:00 3h 14m Xiamen Shangrao 5 stops 619 km
G3090Xiamen North → ShangraoXiamen North 07:50 11:07 3h 17m Xiamen North Shangrao 6 stops 588 km
G1751/G1754Xiamen North → ShangraoXiamen North 08:30 12:01 3h 31m Xiamen North Shangrao 9 stops 589 km
G1654Xiamen → ShangraoXiamen 08:51 12:23 3h 32m Xiamen Shangrao 7 stops 619 km
G984Xiamen North → WuyuanXiamen North 09:28 12:58 3h 30m Xiamen North Wuyuan 6 stops 675 km
G1685/G1688Xiamen North → YiyangXiamen North 10:03 13:37 3h 34m Xiamen North Yiyang 7 stops 649 km
G1528Xiamen North → ShangraoXiamen North 10:43 13:50 3h 07m Xiamen North Shangrao 6 stops 589 km
G3028Xiamen North → DexingXiamen North 13:25 16:50 3h 25m Xiamen North Dexing 7 stops 644 km
G1662/G1663Xiamen North → Yushan SouthXiamen North 13:30 17:03 3h 33m Xiamen North Yushan South 8 stops 623 km
G260Xiamen North → ShangraoXiamen North 15:05 17:57 2h 52m Xiamen North Shangrao 4 stops 589 km
G1691/G1694Xiamen North → ShangraoXiamen North 15:38 18:51 3h 13m Xiamen North Shangrao 7 stops 589 km
G1656Xiamen North → ShangraoXiamen North 15:43 19:16 3h 33m Xiamen North Shangrao 9 stops 589 km

Times are planning references. China Railway runs several timetable revisions a year and adds or suspends trains at short notice — check live seats and today’s schedule for your date before you rely on any specific departure.

Before you rely on this

The times above come from the July 2026 timetable snapshot. China Railway revises its schedule several times a year, adds trains for holidays, and suspends services at short notice. Treat every departure time as a planning reference, not a booking commitment.

The live search queries China Railway (12306) directly for your travel date — that is the only source that reflects today's actual schedule and seat availability.

Our data covers high-speed (G/D/C) and intercity services. Slow conventional trains (Z/T/K) are only partly included, so a route marked "no direct train" may still have a direct slow train. Always confirm in the live search.

Why people take the train instead of flying

  • City centre to city centre. Chinese high-speed stations sit in the urban core or on a metro line — no 45-minute airport transfer at either end.
  • No check-in cut-off. You can board a few minutes before departure. Arriving 20 minutes early is comfortable.
  • Luggage is free and unlimited. No weight limit, no bag drop queue.
  • 2h 50m door to door compares well once you add airport security, boarding and transfers.
  • Foreign passports are accepted. Your passport is your ticket — no Chinese ID or phone number needed.

What it costs

Fares are set by China Railway in yuan and converted to dollars at the rate shown on this site. The price you see in the search results is the fare plus our service fee, in one number — nothing is added at checkout.

Other classes, and slower trains on the same route, are priced differently by the railway. The exact figure for the train you pick is shown before you pay.

Check live prices and trains  · How our pricing works

China Railway sets and occasionally changes fares — always confirm the live price for your date.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to change trains from Xiamen to Shangrao?

No. Around 29 direct trains a day connect the two cities without a change.

How long is the train from Xiamen to Shangrao?

The fastest direct service takes about 2h 50m. Slower trains on the same route take longer.

Can foreigners book these trains?

Yes. Every train listed runs under China Railway (12306) and accepts foreign passports. We book against your passport number — no Chinese ID or phone number required.

Are the departure times fixed?

We show typical daily frequency rather than exact times, because China Railway adjusts schedules several times a year. The live search always reflects the current timetable for your travel date.

Is the train cheaper than flying?

On most routes under about 5 hours, second class costs less than a comparable flight once you include baggage and airport transfers. Live fares in USD (with our service fee included) are shown in the search results.

Other places you can reach from Xiamen

Going the other way

Arriving in Shangrao

Trains from Xiamen arrive at one of Shangrao's main stations. Check your ticket for the station name — large cities have several, and they can be 30+ minutes apart. Station names are shown in Chinese and English on every platform sign, and your passport works at the staffed gate for both entry and exit.

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