Lanzhou to Zhangye by train
Zhangye lies 438 km (272 mi) north-west of Lanzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 17 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 534 km (332 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lanzhou | Zhangye | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 4.4 million | 507,433 |
| Elevation | 1,521 m (4,990 ft) | 1,481 m (4,859 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Lanzhou railway station, Lanzhou West railway station, Chenguanying Railway Station | Zhangye West railway station, Shandanmachang Railway Station, Minle Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 730000 | 734000 |
Where to book trains from Lanzhou to Zhangye
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Staying in Zhangye
Our booking partner lists 15 places to stay in Zhangye. Of the 14 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (8). Guests have left 189 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Zhangye
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Common questions
How far is Zhangye from Lanzhou?
438 km (272 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Lanzhou; by road roughly 534 km (332 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lanzhou to Zhangye by train?
About 2 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lanzhou and Zhangye?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zhangye?
Our booking partner lists 15 places to stay in Zhangye, 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.