Which stations serve Rugao and Nanjing?

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

Rugao to Nanjing Train

如皋 → 南京

Rugao to Nanjing takes between 2 hours 7 minutes and 3 hours 20 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 10 direct services, with the first train at 07:22 and the last at 17:51. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

10 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
C3762	07:22Rugao	09:34Nanjing	2h12m
D5441	07:28Rugao South	10:48Nanjing	3h20m
C422	08:10Rugao	10:17Nanjing	2h07m
C3852	09:40Rugao	11:50Nanjing	2h10m
C3856	10:22Rugao	12:47Nanjing	2h25m
C3860	11:41Rugao	13:53Nanjing	2h12m
C426	15:17Rugao	17:42Nanjing	2h25m
C3868	15:28Rugao	17:35Nanjing	2h07m
C3772	16:54Rugao	19:03Nanjing	2h09m
C430	17:51Rugao	20:13Nanjing	2h22m

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

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Railway Stations in Rugao and Nanjing

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

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

Railway Stations in Nanjing

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

At a Glance

Route	Rugao (如皋) to Nanjing (南京)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	10
Fastest journey	2 hours 7 minutes on C422 (08:10 to 10:17)
First train	07:22 C3762 from Rugao
Last train	17:51 C430 from Rugao
Departure stations on timetable	Rugao, Rugao South
Arrival stations on timetable	Nanjing
Train types in snapshot	C, D
Timetable snapshot	August 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Rugao to Nanjing train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 2h07m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 10 direct services between Rugao 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.