Tianjin to Xining by bus
Xining lies 1,380 km (858 mi) west of Tianjin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 25 h 1 min including stops, over roughly 1,684 km (1,046 mi) of road.
| Tianjin | Xining | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 13.9 million | 2.5 million |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Where to book buses from Tianjin to Xining
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Staying in Xining
Our booking partner lists 48 places to stay in Xining. Of the 42 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (25), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 278 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Xining
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Common questions
How far is Xining from Tianjin?
1,380 km (858 mi) in a straight line, west of Tianjin; by road roughly 1,684 km (1,046 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tianjin to Xining by bus?
About 25 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tianjin and Xining?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Xining?
Our booking partner lists 48 places to stay in Xining, 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.