Which stations serve Nanjing and Rugao?

Nanjing, Nanjing South serve Nanjing; Rugao, Rugao South serve Rugao.

Nanjing to Rugao Train

南京 → 如皋

Nanjing to Rugao takes between 2 hours 2 minutes and 2 hours 53 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 20 direct services, with the first train at 06:00 and the last at 19:33. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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Direct Train Schedule

20 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
C3851	06:00Nanjing	08:05Rugao	2h05m
C3854	06:00Nanjing	08:05Rugao	2h05m
C433	07:53Nanjing	10:05Rugao	2h12m
C436	07:53Nanjing	10:05Rugao	2h12m
C421	08:50Nanjing	10:57Rugao	2h07m
C424	08:50Nanjing	10:57Rugao	2h07m
C3855	09:12Nanjing	11:14Rugao	2h02m
C3858	09:12Nanjing	11:14Rugao	2h02m
C3771	12:41Nanjing	14:52Rugao	2h11m
C3774	12:41Nanjing	14:52Rugao	2h11m
C3775	14:20Nanjing	16:30Rugao	2h10m
C3778	14:20Nanjing	16:30Rugao	2h10m
C3761	16:06Nanjing	18:12Rugao	2h06m
C3764	16:06Nanjing	18:12Rugao	2h06m
D5502	17:16Nanjing	20:09Rugao South	2h53m
D5503	17:16Nanjing	20:09Rugao South	2h53m
C3867	17:58Nanjing	20:08Rugao	2h10m
C3870	17:58Nanjing	20:08Rugao	2h10m
C3781	19:33Nanjing	21:37Rugao	2h04m
C3784	19:33Nanjing	21:37Rugao	2h04m

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

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Railway Stations in Nanjing and Rugao

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

Railway Stations in Nanjing

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

Railway Stations in Rugao

Rugao如皋
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Rugao South如皋南
Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

Route	Nanjing (南京) to Rugao (如皋)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	20
Fastest journey	2 hours 2 minutes on C3855 (09:12 to 11:14)
First train	06:00 C3854 from Nanjing
Last train	19:33 C3784 from Nanjing
Departure stations on timetable	Nanjing
Arrival stations on timetable	Rugao, Rugao South
Train types in snapshot	C, D
Reference fares	First class from ¥129, Second class from ¥80, No seat from ¥80. Fare snapshot: October 23, 2026.
Timetable snapshot	October 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Nanjing to Rugao train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 2h02m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 20 direct services between Nanjing and Rugao.

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.