Baotou to Shizuishan by train
Shizuishan lies 349 km (217 mi) south-west of Baotou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 49 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 425 km (264 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Baotou | Shizuishan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 2.8 million | 739,400 |
| Elevation | 1,064 m (3,491 ft) | 1,112 m (3,648 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Baotou railway station, Baotou East railway station, Wanshuiquan Railway Station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 014000 | 753000 |
Where to book trains from Baotou to Shizuishan
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Staying in Shizuishan
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Shizuishan. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
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Common questions
How far is Shizuishan from Baotou?
349 km (217 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Baotou; by road roughly 425 km (264 mi).
How long does it take to get from Baotou to Shizuishan by train?
About 1 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Baotou and Shizuishan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shizuishan?
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Shizuishan, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.