Jilin to Changchun by train
Changchun lies 99 km (62 mi) west of Jilin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 31 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 121 km (75 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Jilin | Changchun | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1.9 million | 5.7 million |
| Elevation | 188 m (617 ft) | 206 m (676 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Jiangbei railway station, Shulan railway station, Dongfu railway station | Changchun railway station, Changchun East railway station, Changchunbei Railway Station |
Where to book trains from Jilin to Changchun
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Staying in Changchun
Our booking partner lists 88 places to stay in Changchun. Of the 78 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (26), and 9 are five-star. Guests have left 408 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Changchun from Jilin?
99 km (62 mi) in a straight line, west of Jilin; by road roughly 121 km (75 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jilin to Changchun by train?
About 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jilin and Changchun?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Changchun?
Our booking partner lists 88 places to stay in Changchun, 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.