Datong to Shijiazhuang by train
Shijiazhuang lies 250 km (155 mi) south-east of Datong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 18 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 305 km (190 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Datong | Shijiazhuang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.1 million | 5.8 million |
| Elevation | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) | 77 m (253 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Datong railway station, Wangguanrentun Railway Station, Xiaxiaobao railway station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 037000 | 050000 |
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Staying in Shijiazhuang
Our booking partner lists 91 places to stay in Shijiazhuang. Of the 75 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (27), and 5 are five-star. Guests have left 677 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Shijiazhuang from Datong?
250 km (155 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Datong; by road roughly 305 km (190 mi).
How long does it take to get from Datong to Shijiazhuang by train?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Datong and Shijiazhuang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shijiazhuang?
Our booking partner lists 91 places to stay in Shijiazhuang, 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.