Which stations serve Shanshan and Nanjing?

Shanshanbei serve Shanshan; Nanjing, Nanjing South serve Nanjing.

Shanshan to Nanjing Train

鄯善 → 南京

Shanshanbei to Nanjing takes between 10 hours 59 minutes and 11 hours 14 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 4 direct services, with the first train at 22:07 and the last at 22:41. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

4 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
Z39	22:07Shanshanbei	09:21Nanjing	11h14m
Z42	22:07Shanshanbei	09:21Nanjing	11h14m
Z303	22:41Shanshanbei	09:40Nanjing	10h59m
Z306	22:41Shanshanbei	09:40Nanjing	10h59m

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

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Railway Stations in Shanshan and Nanjing

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

Railway Stations in Shanshan

Shanshan North鄯善北
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
Other railway station in Nanjing
Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line S1Metro Line S3

At a Glance

Route	Shanshan (鄯善) to Nanjing (南京)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	4
Fastest journey	10 hours 59 minutes on Z303 (22:41 to 09:40)
First train	22:07 Z42 from Shanshanbei
Last train	22:41 Z306 from Shanshanbei
Departure stations on timetable	Shanshan North
Arrival stations on timetable	Nanjing
Train types in snapshot	Z
Timetable snapshot	October 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Shanshan to Nanjing train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 10h59m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 4 direct services between Shanshan 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.