Day trip from Datong to Zhangjiakou
Zhangjiakou lies 154 km (96 mi) north-east of Datong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 154 km (96 mi) apart, Zhangjiakou is a realistic day trip from Datong: about 2 h 30 min each way by road.
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| Datong | Zhangjiakou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.1 million | 692,602 |
| Elevation | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) | 744 m (2,441 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 037000 | 075000 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Zhangjiakou
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Staying in Zhangjiakou
Our booking partner lists 59 places to stay in Zhangjiakou. Of the 52 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (27), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 32 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Zhangjiakou from Datong?
154 km (96 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Datong; by road roughly 188 km (117 mi).
How long does it take to get from Datong to Zhangjiakou by road?
About 2 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Datong and Zhangjiakou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zhangjiakou?
Our booking partner lists 59 places to stay in Zhangjiakou, 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.