Nanjing South Railway Station
Nanjing railway guide · code NKH

Nanjing South Railway Station guide

Nanjing South is a major Yangtze Delta hub with services to Shanghai, Hangzhou, Beijing, and other cities.

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FromNanjing South
ToShanghai Hongqiao
Date2026-09-24
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When to arrive

Allow 45 minutes before departure and additional city transfer time during commuter peaks.

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Static planning guidance on this page is reviewed by the China Train Tickets editorial team. Train times, fares, seat classes, and availability can change, so the live result for your selected travel date is authoritative.

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China Railway 12306 (live results may change when railway operations change)
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Getting to Nanjing South Railway Station

  • Metro Lines 1, 3, S1, and S3 serve the station area.
  • Airport line S1 connects with Nanjing South.
  • Confirm whether your train uses Nanjing South or Nanjing Station.

Passport boarding process

  1. 1Keep the original passport ready.
  2. 2Complete security before entering the waiting hall.
  3. 3Follow the train-specific gate display.
  4. 4Ask for a manual lane if necessary.

Nanjing South Railway Station FAQ

Can I connect from Nanjing airport?

Metro line S1 connects the airport and Nanjing South, but allow a robust transfer buffer.

Which Nanjing station serves Shanghai?

Many services use Nanjing South, but selected trains use other stations.

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