Which stations serve Rizhao and Nanjing?

Rizhao, Rizhaoxi serve Rizhao; Nanjing, Nanjing South serve Nanjing.

Rizhao to Nanjing Train

日照 → 南京

Rizhao to Nanjing takes between 3 hours 23 minutes and 6 hours 33 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 24 direct services, with the first train at 06:42 and the last at 22:07. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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Direct Train Schedule

24 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
D2857	06:42Rizhao	10:36Nanjing	3h54m
D2860	06:42Rizhao	10:36Nanjing	3h54m
D2895	07:40Rizhaoxi	11:03Nanjing South	3h23m
D2898	07:40Rizhaoxi	11:03Nanjing South	3h23m
D2861	07:56Rizhao	12:06Nanjing South	4h10m
D2864	07:56Rizhao	12:06Nanjing South	4h10m
D2861	08:15Rizhaoxi	12:06Nanjing South	3h51m
D2864	08:15Rizhaoxi	12:06Nanjing South	3h51m
D2873	10:27Rizhaoxi	14:02Nanjing South	3h35m
D2876	10:27Rizhaoxi	14:02Nanjing South	3h35m
G1552	11:37Rizhaoxi	15:03Nanjing South	3h26m
G1553	11:37Rizhaoxi	15:03Nanjing South	3h26m
D2853	12:56Rizhaoxi	16:47Nanjing South	3h51m
D2856	12:56Rizhaoxi	16:47Nanjing South	3h51m
D3186	14:32Rizhaoxi	17:57Nanjing South	3h25m
D3187	14:32Rizhaoxi	17:57Nanjing South	3h25m
D2865	14:37Rizhaoxi	18:13Nanjing South	3h36m
D2868	14:37Rizhaoxi	18:13Nanjing South	3h36m
D2869	17:30Rizhaoxi	21:18Nanjing South	3h48m
D2872	17:30Rizhaoxi	21:18Nanjing South	3h48m
D2105	18:15Rizhaoxi	21:52Nanjing South	3h37m
D2108	18:15Rizhaoxi	21:52Nanjing South	3h37m
D181	22:07Rizhaoxi	04:40Nanjing	6h33m
D184	22:07Rizhaoxi	04:40Nanjing	6h33m

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

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Railway Stations in Rizhao and Nanjing

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

Railway Stations in Rizhao

Rizhao日照
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Rizhao West日照西
Used by direct trains in this timetable

Railway Stations in Nanjing

Nanjing南京
Used by direct trains in this timetable
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	Rizhao (日照) to Nanjing (南京)
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Direct services	24
Fastest journey	3 hours 23 minutes on D2895 (07:40 to 11:03)
First train	06:42 D2860 from Rizhao
Last train	22:07 D184 from Rizhaoxi
Departure stations on timetable	Rizhao, Rizhao West
Arrival stations on timetable	Nanjing, Nanjing South
Train types in snapshot	D, G
Timetable snapshot	October 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Rizhao to Nanjing train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 3h23m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 24 direct services between Rizhao 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.