Beijing to Changchun by train
Changchun lies 860 km (534 mi) north-east of Beijing, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 30 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,049 km (652 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Beijing | Changchun | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 19 million | 5.7 million |
| Elevation | 49 m (161 ft) | 206 m (676 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Changchun railway station, Changchun East railway station, Changchunbei Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 100000 | 130000 |
Where to book trains from Beijing to Changchun
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Staying in Changchun
Our booking partner lists 88 places to stay in Changchun. Of the 78 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (26), and 9 are five-star. Guests have left 408 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Changchun from Beijing?
860 km (534 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Beijing; by road roughly 1,049 km (652 mi).
How long does it take to get from Beijing to Changchun by train?
About 4 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Beijing and Changchun?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Changchun?
Our booking partner lists 88 places to stay in Changchun, 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.