Karamay to Ürümqi by train
Ürümqi lies 292 km (182 mi) south-east of Karamay, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 32 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 356 km (221 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Karamay | Ürümqi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 261,445 | 4.1 million |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 862 m (2,828 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
| Stations on record | Karamay Railway Station | Ürümqi South railway station, Ürümqi railway station, Wuxi Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 834000 | 830000 |
Where to book trains from Karamay to Ürümqi
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Staying in Ürümqi
Our booking partner lists 65 places to stay in Ürümqi. Of the 60 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (23), and 9 are five-star. Guests have left 749 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Ürümqi from Karamay?
292 km (182 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Karamay; by road roughly 356 km (221 mi).
How long does it take to get from Karamay to Ürümqi by train?
About 1 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Karamay and Ürümqi?
No, both are on Asia/Urumqi at the moment.
Where can I stay in Ürümqi?
Our booking partner lists 65 places to stay in Ürümqi, 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.