Driving from Karamay to Tacheng
Tacheng lies 197 km (122 mi) north-west of Karamay, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h without stops, over roughly 240 km (149 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Karamay | Tacheng | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 261,445 | 161,037 |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 546 m (1,791 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
| Postal codes | 834000 | 834700 |
Where to book car hire from Karamay to Tacheng
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Staying in Tacheng
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Common questions
How far is Tacheng from Karamay?
197 km (122 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Karamay; by road roughly 240 km (149 mi).
How long does it take to get from Karamay to Tacheng by car?
About 3 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Karamay and Tacheng?
No, both are on Asia/Urumqi at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.