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Harbin to Dandong by bus

Dandong lies 651 km (405 mi) south of Harbin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 11 h 56 min including stops, over roughly 795 km (494 mi) of road.

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HarbinDandong
CountryChinaChina
Population10 million815,858
Elevation140 m (459 ft)10 m (33 ft)
Time nowUTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai)UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai)
Postal codes150000118000

Where to book buses from Harbin to Dandong

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Staying in Dandong

Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Dandong. Of the 10 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 183 reviews in total.

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Common questions

How far is Dandong from Harbin?

651 km (405 mi) in a straight line, south of Harbin; by road roughly 795 km (494 mi).

How long does it take to get from Harbin to Dandong by bus?

About 11 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Harbin and Dandong?

No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.

Where can I stay in Dandong?

Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Dandong, 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.