Which stations serve Changzhou and Jianhu?

Changzhou, Changzhou North serve Changzhou; Jianhu serve Jianhu.

Changzhou to Jianhu Train

常州 → 建湖

Changzhou to Jianhu takes between 1 hour 49 minutes and 2 hours 6 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 2 direct services, with the first train at 09:38 and the last at 15:55. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

Interactive route map showing the rail network around Changzhou and Jianhu. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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From

Date

Direct Train Schedule

2 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
G8988	09:38Changzhou	11:27Jianhu	1h49m
G8294	15:55Changzhou	18:01Jianhu	2h06m

Timetable snapshot: 2026-08-26. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

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Railway Stations in Changzhou and Jianhu

Compare the railway stations used to reach Changzhou and Jianhu. Not every station below is served by every direct train.

Railway Stations in Changzhou

Changzhou常州
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Metro Line 1
Changzhou North常州北
Other railway station in Changzhou
Metro Line 1

Railway Stations in Jianhu

Jianhu建湖
Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

Route	Changzhou (常州) to Jianhu (建湖)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	2
Fastest journey	1 hour 49 minutes on G8988 (09:38 to 11:27)
First train	09:38 G8988 from Changzhou
Last train	15:55 G8294 from Changzhou
Departure stations on timetable	Changzhou
Arrival stations on timetable	Jianhu
Train types in snapshot	G
Timetable snapshot	August 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Changzhou to Jianhu train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 1h49m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 2 direct services between Changzhou and Jianhu.

Is this timetable always up to date?

This page is updated after major timetable adjustments. Train schedules can change, so always confirm departure and arrival times with 12306 before buying a ticket.