Lijiang to Zhaotong by train
Zhaotong lies 350 km (217 mi) east of Lijiang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 50 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 427 km (265 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lijiang | Zhaotong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 211,151 | 787,845 |
| Elevation | 2,397 m (7,864 ft) | 1,974 m (6,476 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Yulong Snow Mountain Station, Visitor Center Station, Dongbagu Station | Tianliangzi Railway Station, Erdaoqiao Railway Station, Yiliang Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 674100 | 657000 |
Where to book trains from Lijiang to Zhaotong
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Staying in Zhaotong
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Zhaotong. Of the 6 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Zhaotong from Lijiang?
350 km (217 mi) in a straight line, east of Lijiang; by road roughly 427 km (265 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lijiang to Zhaotong by train?
About 1 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lijiang and Zhaotong?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zhaotong?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Zhaotong, 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.