Driving from Tongren to Yushu
Yushu lies 538 km (334 mi) south-west of Tongren, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 13 min without stops, over roughly 657 km (408 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Tongren | Yushu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 103,700 | 141,308 |
| Elevation | 2,506 m (8,222 ft) | 3,688 m (12,100 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Where to book car hire from Tongren to Yushu
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Staying in Yushu
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Common questions
How far is Yushu from Tongren?
538 km (334 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Tongren; by road roughly 657 km (408 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tongren to Yushu by car?
About 8 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tongren and Yushu?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
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.