Which stations serve Dalian and Nanjing?

Dalian, Dalian North serve Dalian; Nanjing, Nanjing South serve Nanjing.

Dalian to Nanjing Train

大连 → 南京

Dalian to Nanjing takes between 7 hours 38 minutes and 22 hours 22 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 2 direct services, with the first train at 11:32 and the last at 12:43. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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Direct Train Schedule

2 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
T131	11:32Dalian	09:54Nanjing	22h22m
K4353	12:43Dalian	20:21Nanjing	7h38m

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

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Railway Stations in Dalian and Nanjing

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

Railway Stations in Dalian

Dalian大连
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Metro Line 3
Dalian North大连北
Other railway station in Dalian
Metro Line 1Metro Line 2

Railway Stations in Nanjing

Nanjing南京
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Nanjing South南京南
Other railway station in Nanjing
Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line S1Metro Line S3

At a Glance

Route	Dalian (大连) to Nanjing (南京)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	2
Fastest journey	7 hours 38 minutes on K4353 (12:43 to 20:21)
First train	11:32 T131 from Dalian
Last train	12:43 K4353 from Dalian
Departure stations on timetable	Dalian
Arrival stations on timetable	Nanjing
Train types in snapshot	T, K
Timetable snapshot	August 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Dalian to Nanjing train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 7h38m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 2 direct services between Dalian and Nanjing.

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.