Bole to Kashgar by bus
Kashgar lies 784 km (487 mi) south-west of Bole, -2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 14 h 19 min including stops, over roughly 956 km (594 mi) of road.
| Bole | Kashgar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 235,585 | 506,640 |
| Elevation | 509 m (1,670 ft) | 1,284 m (4,213 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
Clocks in Kashgar are 2 h behind Bole right now, so a 14 h 19 min journey lands only 12 h 19 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book buses from Bole to Kashgar
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Staying in Kashgar
Our booking partner lists 17 places to stay in Kashgar. Of the 14 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 163 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kashgar from Bole?
784 km (487 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Bole; by road roughly 956 km (594 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bole to Kashgar by bus?
About 14 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bole and Kashgar?
Kashgar is 2 h behind at the moment (Asia/Urumqi against Asia/Shanghai).
Where can I stay in Kashgar?
Our booking partner lists 17 places to stay in Kashgar, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.