Day trip from Datong to Jinzhong
Jinzhong lies 272 km (169 mi) south of Datong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 272 km (169 mi) apart, Jinzhong is a realistic day trip from Datong: about 4 h 25 min each way by road.
| Datong | Jinzhong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.1 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) | 821 m (2,694 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Jinzhong
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Staying in Jinzhong
Our booking partner lists 55 places to stay in Jinzhong. Of the 48 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (30). Guests have left 81 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Jinzhong
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Common questions
How far is Jinzhong from Datong?
272 km (169 mi) in a straight line, south of Datong; by road roughly 332 km (206 mi).
How long does it take to get from Datong to Jinzhong by road?
About 4 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Datong and Jinzhong?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Jinzhong?
Our booking partner lists 55 places to stay in Jinzhong, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.