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XiningQiaotou

Xining to Qiaotou by bus

Qiaotou lies 35 km (22 mi) north of Xining, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 53 min including stops, over roughly 43 km (27 mi) of road.

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XiningQiaotou
CountryChinaChina
Population2.5 million114,712
Elevation2,275 m (7,464 ft)2,487 m (8,159 ft)
Time nowUTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai)UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai)

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Common questions

How far is Qiaotou from Xining?

35 km (22 mi) in a straight line, north of Xining; by road roughly 43 km (27 mi).

How long does it take to get from Xining to Qiaotou by bus?

About 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Xining and Qiaotou?

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

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.