Ghulja to Jiuquan by bus
Jiuquan lies 1,495 km (929 mi) east of Ghulja, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 27 h 4 min including stops, over roughly 1,824 km (1,133 mi) of road.
| Ghulja | Jiuquan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 269,158 | 428,346 |
| Elevation | 639 m (2,096 ft) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Clocks in Jiuquan are 2 h ahead of Ghulja right now, so a 27 h 4 min journey lands 29 h 4 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book buses from Ghulja to Jiuquan
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Staying in Jiuquan
Our booking partner lists 9 places to stay in Jiuquan. Of the 8 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 4 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Jiuquan from Ghulja?
1,495 km (929 mi) in a straight line, east of Ghulja; by road roughly 1,824 km (1,133 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ghulja to Jiuquan by bus?
About 27 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ghulja and Jiuquan?
Jiuquan is 2 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Shanghai against Asia/Urumqi).
Where can I stay in Jiuquan?
Our booking partner lists 9 places to stay in Jiuquan, 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.