Qingdao to Nantong Train

青岛 → 南通

Qingdao to Nantong takes between 2 hours 54 minutes and 4 hours 16 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 21 direct services, with the first train at 08:47 and the last at 18:56. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
21 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D212108:47Qingdao West12:44Nantongxi3h57m
D212108:47Qingdao West12:12Haian3h25m
D212108:47Qingdao West12:25Rugaonan3h38m
D213509:44Qingdao West13:53Nantongxi4h09m
D213809:44Qingdao West13:53Nantongxi4h09m
D213509:44Qingdao West13:20Haian3h36m
D213809:44Qingdao West13:20Haian3h36m
D213509:44Qingdao West13:33Rugaonan3h49m
D213809:44Qingdao West13:33Rugaonan3h49m
D212310:57Qingdao West14:34Nantongxi3h37m
D212310:57Qingdao West14:12Haian3h15m
D212515:10Qingdao19:26Rugaonan4h16m
D212815:10Qingdao19:26Rugaonan4h16m
D212515:38Qingdao North19:26Rugaonan3h48m
D212815:38Qingdao North19:26Rugaonan3h48m
G265618:16Qingdao West21:36Nantong3h20m
G265718:16Qingdao West21:36Nantong3h20m
G265618:16Qingdao West21:10Haian2h54m
G265718:16Qingdao West21:10Haian2h54m
D291118:19Qingdao North22:07Nantongxi3h48m
D291118:56Qingdao West22:07Nantongxi3h11m

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

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Railway Stations in Qingdao and Nantong

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

Railway Stations in Qingdao

  • Qingdao West青岛西
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Qingdao青岛
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 3
  • Qingdao North青岛北
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line 8

Railway Stations in Nantong

  • Nantong West南通西
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Rail Transit Line 1
  • Haian海安
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Rugao South如皋南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Nantong南通
    Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

RouteQingdao (青岛) to Nantong (南通)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services21
Fastest journey2 hours 54 minutes on G2656 (18:16 to 21:10)
First train08:47 D2121 from Qingdao West
Last train18:56 D2911 from Qingdao West
Departure stations on timetableQingdao West, Qingdao, Qingdao North
Arrival stations on timetableNantong West, Haian, Rugao South, Nantong
Train types in snapshotD, G
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Qingdao to Nantong train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 2h54m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 21 direct services between Qingdao and Nantong.

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.