Which stations serve Nanjing and Xiantao?

Nanjing, Nanjing South serve Nanjing; Xiantao, Xiantaoxi serve Xiantao.

Nanjing to Xiantao Train

南京 → 仙桃

Nanjing South to Xiantaoxi takes between 3 hours 45 minutes and 6 hours 8 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 5 direct services, with the first train at 08:32 and the last at 14:38. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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From

Date

Direct Train Schedule

5 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
D2373	08:32Nanjing South	12:17Xiantaoxi	3h45m
D2216	09:56Nanjing South	16:04Xiantaoxi	6h08m
D2212	10:20Nanjing South	14:20Xiantaoxi	4h
D2246	11:57Nanjing South	15:43Xiantaoxi	3h46m
D2496	14:38Nanjing South	18:39Xiantaoxi	4h01m

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

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Railway Stations in Nanjing and Xiantao

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

Railway Stations in Nanjing

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

Railway Stations in Xiantao

Xiantao仙桃
Other railway station in Xiantao
Xiantao West仙桃西
Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

Route	Nanjing (南京) to Xiantao (仙桃)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	5
Fastest journey	3 hours 45 minutes on D2373 (08:32 to 12:17)
First train	08:32 D2373 from Nanjing South
Last train	14:38 D2496 from Nanjing South
Departure stations on timetable	Nanjing South
Arrival stations on timetable	Xiantao West
Train types in snapshot	D
Timetable snapshot	August 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Nanjing to Xiantao train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 3h45m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 5 direct services between Nanjing and Xiantao.

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.