Day trip from Kangding to Xichang
Xichang lies 236 km (147 mi) south of Kangding, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 236 km (147 mi) apart, Xichang is a realistic day trip from Kangding: about 3 h 50 min each way by road.
| Kangding | Xichang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 100,000 | 481,796 |
| Elevation | 2,826 m (9,272 ft) | 1,558 m (5,112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Xichang
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Staying in Xichang
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Xichang. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 14 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Xichang
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Common questions
How far is Xichang from Kangding?
236 km (147 mi) in a straight line, south of Kangding; by road roughly 288 km (179 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kangding to Xichang by road?
About 3 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kangding and Xichang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Xichang?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Xichang, 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.