Driving from Jiuquan to Hami
Hami lies 542 km (336 mi) north-west of Jiuquan, -2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 15 min without stops, over roughly 661 km (411 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Jiuquan | Hami | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 428,346 | 246,373 |
| Elevation | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | 783 m (2,569 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
Clocks in Hami are 2 h behind Jiuquan right now, so a 8 h 15 min journey lands only 6 h 15 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Hami from Jiuquan?
542 km (336 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Jiuquan; by road roughly 661 km (411 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jiuquan to Hami by car?
About 8 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jiuquan and Hami?
Hami 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.