Which stations serve Kaili and Nanjing?

Kaili, Kailinan serve Kaili; Nanjing, Nanjing South serve Nanjing.

Kaili to Nanjing Train

凯里 → 南京

Kailinan to Nanjing South takes between 8 hours 1 minute and 9 hours 12 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 5 direct services, with the first train at 08:21 and the last at 13:21. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

5 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
G1482	08:21Kailinan	17:33Nanjing South	9h12m
G1768	11:25Kailinan	20:23Nanjing South	8h58m
G1769	11:25Kailinan	20:23Nanjing South	8h58m
G1539	13:21Kailinan	21:22Nanjing South	8h01m
G1542	13:21Kailinan	21:22Nanjing South	8h01m

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

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Railway Stations in Kaili and Nanjing

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

Railway Stations in Kaili

Kaili凯里
Other railway station in Kaili
Kaili South凯里南
Used by direct trains in this timetable

Railway Stations in Nanjing

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

At a Glance

Route	Kaili (凯里) to Nanjing (南京)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	5
Fastest journey	8 hours 1 minute on G1539 (13:21 to 21:22)
First train	08:21 G1482 from Kailinan
Last train	13:21 G1542 from Kailinan
Departure stations on timetable	Kaili South
Arrival stations on timetable	Nanjing South
Train types in snapshot	G
Timetable snapshot	October 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Kaili to Nanjing train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 8h01m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 5 direct services between Kaili 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.