Hami to Dunhuang by bus
Dunhuang lies 312 km (194 mi) south of Hami, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 51 min including stops, over roughly 381 km (237 mi) of road.
| Hami | Dunhuang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 246,373 | 186,027 |
| Elevation | 783 m (2,569 ft) | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Clocks in Dunhuang are 2 h ahead of Hami right now, so a 5 h 51 min journey lands 7 h 51 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Dunhuang from Hami?
312 km (194 mi) in a straight line, south of Hami; by road roughly 381 km (237 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hami to Dunhuang by bus?
About 5 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hami and Dunhuang?
Dunhuang is 2 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Shanghai against Asia/Urumqi).
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.