Chengdu to Maba by train
Maba lies 1,150 km (714 mi) south-east of Chengdu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 1 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,403 km (871 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Chengdu | Maba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 20.9 million | 113,609 |
| Elevation | 499 m (1,637 ft) | 68 m (223 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Chengdu railway station, Chengdu East railway station, Dujiangyan railway station | Shanzibei Railway Station, Maba Railway Station |
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Common questions
How far is Maba from Chengdu?
1,150 km (714 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Chengdu; by road roughly 1,403 km (871 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chengdu to Maba by train?
About 6 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chengdu and Maba?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.