There are 5 ways to get from Xiamen (Station) to Sanming by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train
best- Take the train from Xiamen to Zhangzhoutrain Xiamen
- Take the train from Zhangzhou to Sanmingtrain Hefei South / ...
3h 18m¥149–194Bus
cheapest- Take the bus from Xiamen Gaoqi to Sanming Westbus
4h 26m¥102–147Drive 270 km
- Drive from Xiamen (Station) to Sanmingcar 270 km
3h 24m¥228–329Taxi
- Take the taxi from Xiamen (Station) to Sanmingtaxi 270 km
3h 24m¥600–750Line 1 subway, train
- Take the subway from Hubin East Road to Xiamen North stationsubway 1
- Take the train from Xiamen North to Sanmingtrain Xiamen-Beijjng 2 / ...
4h 13m¥142–167
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Xiamen (Station) to Sanming is to bus which costs ¥100 - ¥150 and takes 4h 26m.
The fastest way to get from Xiamen (Station) to Sanming is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥140 - ¥200.
No, there is no direct bus from Xiamen (Station) to Sanming. However, there are services departing from Xiamen Gaoqi and arriving at Sanming West via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
No, there is no direct train from Xiamen (Station) to Sanming. However, there are services departing from Xiamen and arriving at Sanming via Zhangzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
The distance between Xiamen (Station) and Sanming is 329 km. The road distance is 270 km.
The best way to get from Xiamen (Station) to Sanming without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥140 - ¥200.
It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Xiamen (Station) to Sanming, including transfers.
Xiamen (Station) to Sanming bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Xiamen Gaoqi station.
Xiamen (Station) to Sanming train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Xiamen station.
The best way to get from Xiamen (Station) to Sanming is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥140 - ¥200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥100 - ¥150 and takes 4h 26m.
What companies run services between Xiamen (Station), China and Sanming, China?
You can take a train from Xiamen to Sanming via Zhangzhou in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Xiamen Gaoqi to Sanming West 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥100–140 and the journey takes 2h 55m.
Train from Xiamen to Zhangzhou
- Ave. Duration
- 31 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- ¥40–60
- Schedules at
- chinahighlights.com
- Adult - 2nd Class
- ¥40–60
- Adult - 1st Class
- ¥40–60
Train from Xiamen to Zhangzhou
- 2nd Class Seat
- ¥28–31
- 1st Class Seat
- ¥44–48
- Business Class Seat
- ¥55–85
Train from Zhangzhou to Sanming
- 2nd Class Seat
- ¥120–135
- 1st Class Seat
- ¥200–220
- Business Class Seat
- ¥290–410
Train from Xiamen North to Sanming
- 2nd Class Seat
- ¥140–160
- 1st Class Seat
- ¥230–260
- Business Class Seat
- ¥330–470
- Website
- xmgdjt.com.cn
Subway from Hubin East Road to Xiamen North station
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- ¥2–7
- Schedules at
- travelchinaguide.com
- [email protected]
- Website
- chinabusguide.com
Bus from Xiamen Gaoqi to Sanming West
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- ¥100–140
- Schedules at
- chinabusguide.com
- Bus
- ¥100–140
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 24m
- Estimated price
- ¥600–750
Xiamen Hailv Taxi
- Phone
- +86 592 688 1151
Xiamen Taxi Dispatch
- Phone
- +86 592 532 0000
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How to travel India's Golden Triangle, How do I buy a London Underground ticket?, and How to get from Florence to Rome - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Booking & Getting There
Xiamen (Station) to Sanming bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Sanming West station.
Xiamen (Station) to Sanming train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Zhangzhou station.
Yes, the driving distance between Xiamen (Station) to Sanming is 270 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Xiamen (Station) to Sanming.
There are two+ hotels available in Sanming.












