What is the cheapest way to get from Shenzhen to Xiamen?

The cheapest way to get from Shenzhen to Xiamen is to train which costs ¥170 - ¥390 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shenzhen to Xiamen?

The fastest way to get from Shenzhen to Xiamen is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs ¥170 - ¥390.

Is there a direct bus between Shenzhen and Xiamen?

No, there is no direct bus from Shenzhen to Xiamen. However, there are services departing from Huanggang Entry Port and arriving at Xiamen Hubin via Hong Kong International Airport Bus Terminal and Hong Kong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Shenzhen and Xiamen?

No, there is no direct train from Shenzhen to Xiamen. However, there are services departing from Civic Centre and arriving at Xiamen via Shenzhen North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Shenzhen to Xiamen?

The distance between Shenzhen and Xiamen is 535 km. The road distance is 539.3 km.

How do I travel from Shenzhen to Xiamen without a car?

The best way to get from Shenzhen to Xiamen without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs ¥170 - ¥390.

How long does it take to get from Shenzhen to Xiamen?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Shenzhen to Xiamen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shenzhen to Xiamen bus from?

Shenzhen to Xiamen bus services, operated by Qichezhan, depart from Hong Kong station.

Where do I catch the Shenzhen to Xiamen train from?

Shenzhen to Xiamen train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Shenzhen North station.

Train, bus or fly from Shenzhen to Xiamen?

The best way to get from Shenzhen to Xiamen is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs ¥170 - ¥390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥310 - ¥430 and takes 12h 21m, you could also fly, which costs ¥1000 - ¥2000 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Shenzhen to Xiamen bus arrive?

Shenzhen to Xiamen bus services, operated by Qichezhan, arrive at Xiamen Hubin station.

Where does the Shenzhen to Xiamen train arrive?

Shenzhen to Xiamen train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Xiamen station.

Can I drive from Shenzhen to Xiamen?

Yes, the driving distance between Shenzhen to Xiamen is 539 km. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Shenzhen to Xiamen.

Where can I stay near Xiamen?

There are 384+ hotels available in Xiamen.

Shenzhen to Xiamen - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

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Train
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1. Take the train from Shenzhen North to Xiamentrain Shenzhen North / ...
4h 1m
¥174–384
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hong Kong to Xiamen Hubinbus
12h 21m
¥314–423
Drive 539.3 km
1. Drive from Shenzhen to Xiamencar 539.3 km
6h 21m
¥457–659
Fly Hong Kong International Airport to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
1. Fly from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)plane HKG - XMN
4h 22m
¥1,017–1,985
Train via West Kowloon Station
1. Take the train from West Kowloon Station to Xiamentrain Hong Kong
5h 13m
¥268–400
Train to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, fly to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
1. Take the train from Shenzhen North to Guangzhou Easttrain
2. Fly from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)plane CAN - XMN
5h 26m
¥1,099–1,972
Bus to Macau International Airport, fly to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
1. Take the bus from China Hong Kong City to MGM Cotaibus
2. Fly from Macau International Airport (MFM) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)plane MFM - XMN
5h 22m
¥733–1,100
Ferry, bus to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport, fly to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
1. Take the ferry from Shekou Port to Zhuhai Jiuzhou Portferry
2. Take the bus from Jiuzhougang to Zhuhai Golden Bay International Airportbus
3. Fly from Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)plane ZUH - XMN
7h 3m
¥1,701–3,882
Train to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, fly to Quanzhou Jinjiang Airport, train
1. Take the train from Shenzhen North to Guangzhou Easttrain
2. Fly from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Quanzhou Jinjiang Airport (JJN)plane CAN - JJN
3. Take the train from Jinjiang to Xiamentrain
7h 18m
¥969–2,977

Shenzhen to Xiamen by train

14Weekly Trains

5h 13mAverage Duration

¥268Cheapest Price

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Distance: 535.1 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Shenzhen, China and Xiamen, China?

China Railways D-Class operates a train from Shenzhen North to Xiamen every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥170–380 and the journey takes 2h 52m. China Railways G-Class also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Qichezhan operates a bus from Hong Kong to Xiamen Hubin twice daily. Tickets cost ¥250 and the journey takes 10h.

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