Dunhuang to Turpan by train
Turpan lies 552 km (343 mi) north-west of Dunhuang, -2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 53 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 674 km (419 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Dunhuang | Turpan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 186,027 | 273,385 |
| Elevation | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
| Stations on record | Hongliuhe South Railway Station | Turpan North railway station, Daheyan Railway Station, Qiquanhu Railway Station |
Clocks in Turpan are 2 h behind Dunhuang right now, so a 2 h 53 min journey lands only 53 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Turpan from Dunhuang?
552 km (343 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Dunhuang; by road roughly 674 km (419 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dunhuang to Turpan by train?
About 2 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dunhuang and Turpan?
Turpan is 2 h behind at the moment (Asia/Urumqi against Asia/Shanghai).
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.