What is the cheapest way to get from Quanzhou to Sanming?

The cheapest way to get from Quanzhou to Sanming is to train which costs ¥150 - ¥310 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quanzhou to Sanming?

The fastest way to get from Quanzhou to Sanming is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥190 - ¥290.

Is there a direct bus between Quanzhou and Sanming?

No, there is no direct bus from Quanzhou to Sanming. However, there are services departing from Nanan Meishan and arriving at Sanming West via Xiamen Gaoqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Quanzhou and Sanming?

No, there is no direct train from Quanzhou to Sanming. However, there are services departing from Quanzhou and arriving at Sanming via Sanming North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Quanzhou to Sanming?

The distance between Quanzhou and Sanming is 305 km. The road distance is 234.8 km.

How do I travel from Quanzhou to Sanming without a car?

The best way to get from Quanzhou to Sanming without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥150 - ¥310.

How long does it take to get from Quanzhou to Sanming?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Quanzhou to Sanming, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quanzhou to Sanming bus from?

Quanzhou to Sanming bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Nanan Meishan station.

Where do I catch the Quanzhou to Sanming train from?

Quanzhou to Sanming train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Quanzhou station.

Train or bus from Quanzhou to Sanming?

The best way to get from Quanzhou to Sanming is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥150 - ¥310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥220 - ¥350 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Quanzhou to Sanming bus arrive?

Quanzhou to Sanming bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Xiamen Gaoqi station.

Where does the Quanzhou to Sanming train arrive?

Quanzhou to Sanming train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Sanming North station.

Can I drive from Quanzhou to Sanming?

Yes, the driving distance between Quanzhou to Sanming is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Quanzhou to Sanming.

Where can I stay near Sanming?

There are two+ hotels available in Sanming.

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There are 5 ways to get from Quanzhou to Sanming by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Quanzhou to Sanming Northtrain Xiamen North / ...
3h 7m
¥156–307
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nanan Meishan to Xiamen Gaoqibus
2. Take the bus from Xiamen Gaoqi to Sanming Westbus
5h 18m
¥229–347
Drive 234.8 km
1. Drive from Quanzhou to Sanmingcar 234.8 km
3h 1m
¥199–287
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Quanzhou to Sanmingtaxi 234.8 km
3h 1m
¥600–750
Train via Xiamen North
1. Take the train from Quanzhou to Xiamen Northtrain Huzhou / ...
2. Take the train from Xiamen North to Sanmingtrain Xiamen-Beijjng 2 / ...
3h 46m
¥214–277

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Distance: 305.3 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Quanzhou, China and Sanming, China?

China Railways D-Class operates a train from Quanzhou to Sanming North every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥100–210 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Quanzhou to Sanming West via Nanan Meishan and Xiamen Gaoqi in around 5h 18m.

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