Zhongshan to Foshan by Train

Yes, there are direct trains. About 60 departures a day run from Zhongshan to Foshan without changing trains — very frequent. The fastest takes about 10 min.

Direct trains
60 per day
Fastest
10 min
Changes
None
Return (Foshan → Zhongshan)
53 per day · 12 min

Trains from Zhongshan to Foshan

Typical departures, Zhongshan → Foshan Showing the 12 quickest of 60 services we hold for this route. July 2026 timetable — not live.
TrainDepArrDuration FromTo StopsDistance
C7732Guzhen → RongguiGuzhen 07:31 07:47 16m Guzhen Ronggui 1 stop 22 km
C7624Nanlang → RongguiNanlang 10:10 10:29 19m Nanlang Ronggui direct 51 km
C7626Zhongshan North → RongguiZhongshan North 10:31 10:44 13m Zhongshan North Ronggui direct 32 km
C7646Zhongshan → RongguiZhongshan 13:05 13:20 15m Zhongshan Ronggui direct 38 km
C7740Xiaolan → ShundeXiaolan 13:57 14:11 14m Xiaolan Shunde direct 30 km
C7656Zhongshan → ShundexueyuanZhongshan 14:19 14:38 19m Zhongshan Shundexueyuan direct 49 km
C6942Guzhen → RongguiGuzhen 16:33 16:49 16m Guzhen Ronggui 1 stop 22 km
C7692Zhongshan North → RongguiZhongshan North 18:49 19:03 14m Zhongshan North Ronggui direct 32 km
C6956Xiaolan → ShundexueyuanXiaolan 18:51 19:01 10m Xiaolan Shundexueyuan direct 20 km
C6962BXiaolan → ShundeXiaolan 19:49 20:02 13m Xiaolan Shunde direct 30 km
C7708Zhongshan North → RongguiZhongshan North 20:34 20:52 18m Zhongshan North Ronggui 1 stop 32 km
C7716Zhongshan → RongguiZhongshan 21:24 21:43 19m Zhongshan Ronggui 1 stop 38 km

Times are planning references. China Railway runs several timetable revisions a year and adds or suspends trains at short notice — check live seats and today’s schedule for your date before you rely on any specific departure.

Before you rely on this

The times above come from the July 2026 timetable snapshot. China Railway revises its schedule several times a year, adds trains for holidays, and suspends services at short notice. Treat every departure time as a planning reference, not a booking commitment.

The live search queries China Railway (12306) directly for your travel date — that is the only source that reflects today's actual schedule and seat availability.

Our data covers high-speed (G/D/C) and intercity services. Slow conventional trains (Z/T/K) are only partly included, so a route marked "no direct train" may still have a direct slow train. Always confirm in the live search.

Why people take the train instead of flying

  • City centre to city centre. Chinese high-speed stations sit in the urban core or on a metro line — no 45-minute airport transfer at either end.
  • No check-in cut-off. You can board a few minutes before departure. Arriving 20 minutes early is comfortable.
  • Luggage is free and unlimited. No weight limit, no bag drop queue.
  • 10 min door to door compares well once you add airport security, boarding and transfers.
  • Foreign passports are accepted. Your passport is your ticket — no Chinese ID or phone number needed.

What it costs

Fares are set by China Railway in yuan and converted to dollars at the rate shown on this site. The price you see in the search results is the fare plus our service fee, in one number — nothing is added at checkout.

Other classes, and slower trains on the same route, are priced differently by the railway. The exact figure for the train you pick is shown before you pay.

Check live prices and trains  · How our pricing works

China Railway sets and occasionally changes fares — always confirm the live price for your date.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to change trains from Zhongshan to Foshan?

No. Around 60 direct trains a day connect the two cities without a change.

How long is the train from Zhongshan to Foshan?

The fastest direct service takes about 10 min. Slower trains on the same route take longer.

Can foreigners book these trains?

Yes. Every train listed runs under China Railway (12306) and accepts foreign passports. We book against your passport number — no Chinese ID or phone number required.

Are the departure times fixed?

We show typical daily frequency rather than exact times, because China Railway adjusts schedules several times a year. The live search always reflects the current timetable for your travel date.

Is the train cheaper than flying?

On most routes under about 5 hours, second class costs less than a comparable flight once you include baggage and airport transfers. Live fares in USD (with our service fee included) are shown in the search results.

Other places you can reach from Zhongshan

Going the other way

Arriving in Foshan

Trains from Zhongshan arrive at one of Foshan's main stations. Check your ticket for the station name — large cities have several, and they can be 30+ minutes apart. Station names are shown in Chinese and English on every platform sign, and your passport works at the staffed gate for both entry and exit.

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