Kashgar to Shihezi by train
Shihezi lies 989 km (615 mi) north-east of Kashgar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 10 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,207 km (750 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kashgar | Shihezi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 506,640 | 572,772 |
| Elevation | 1,284 m (4,213 ft) | 467 m (1,532 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
| Stations on record | Kashgar railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Kashgar to Shihezi
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Staying in Shihezi
Our booking partner lists 7 places to stay in Shihezi. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Shihezi
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Common questions
How far is Shihezi from Kashgar?
989 km (615 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kashgar; by road roughly 1,207 km (750 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kashgar to Shihezi by train?
About 5 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kashgar and Shihezi?
No, both are on Asia/Urumqi at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shihezi?
Our booking partner lists 7 places to stay in Shihezi, 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.