Dali to Guangzhou Train

大理 → 广州

Dali to Guangzhou takes between 9 hours 25 minutes and 11 hours 17 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 20 direct services, with the first train at 08:00 and the last at 11:52. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
20 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D382908:00Dali19:17Guangzhou South11h17m
D383208:00Dali19:17Guangzhou South11h17m
D382908:23Xiangyun19:17Guangzhou South10h54m
D383208:23Xiangyun19:17Guangzhou South10h54m
D382509:11Dali20:09Guangzhou South10h58m
D382809:11Dali20:09Guangzhou South10h58m
D382509:34Xiangyun20:09Guangzhou South10h35m
D382809:34Xiangyun20:09Guangzhou South10h35m
G297510:12Dali19:37Guangzhou South9h25m
G297810:12Dali19:37Guangzhou South9h25m
D384110:22Dali21:09Guangzhou South10h47m
D384410:22Dali21:09Guangzhou South10h47m
D384510:50Dali21:39Guangzhou South10h49m
D384810:50Dali21:39Guangzhou South10h49m
D384911:25Dali21:52Guangzhou South10h27m
D385211:25Dali21:52Guangzhou South10h27m
D384911:49Xiangyun21:52Guangzhou South10h03m
D385211:49Xiangyun21:52Guangzhou South10h03m
D385311:52Dali22:34Guangzhou South10h42m
D385611:52Dali22:34Guangzhou South10h42m

Timetable snapshot: 2026-10-23. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Timetable for reference only. For live schedules and ticket booking, check these sources:

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Railway Stations in Dali and Guangzhou

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

Railway Stations in Dali

  • Dali大理
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Xiangyun祥云
    Used by direct trains in this timetable

Railway Stations in Guangzhou

  • Guangzhou South广州南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2Metro Line 7Metro Line 22Foshan Metro Line 2

At a Glance

RouteDali (大理) to Guangzhou (广州)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services20
Fastest journey9 hours 25 minutes on G2975 (10:12 to 19:37)
First train08:00 D3832 from Dali
Last train11:52 D3856 from Dali
Departure stations on timetableDali, Xiangyun
Arrival stations on timetableGuangzhou South
Train types in snapshotD, G
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Dali to Guangzhou train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 9h25m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 20 direct services between Dali and Guangzhou.

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.