Jiayuguan to Chongqing by train
Chongqing lies 1,366 km (849 mi) south-east of Jiayuguan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 9 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,667 km (1,036 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Jiayuguan | Chongqing | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 231,853 | 22 million |
| Elevation | 1,635 m (5,364 ft) | 289 m (948 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Jiayuguan South railway station, Jiayuguan Railway Station, Wenshu Railway Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Jiayuguan to Chongqing
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Staying in Chongqing
Our booking partner lists 436 places to stay in Chongqing. Of the 405 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (163), and 41 are five-star. Across 35 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9.1 out of 10. Guests have left 9,930 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Chongqing from Jiayuguan?
1,366 km (849 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Jiayuguan; by road roughly 1,667 km (1,036 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jiayuguan to Chongqing by train?
About 7 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jiayuguan and Chongqing?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Chongqing?
Our booking partner lists 436 places to stay in Chongqing, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.