Datong to Baoding by train
Baoding lies 231 km (143 mi) south-east of Datong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 12 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 281 km (175 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Datong | Baoding | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.1 million | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Datong railway station, Wangguanrentun Railway Station, Xiaxiaobao railway station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 037000 | 071000 |
Where to book trains from Datong to Baoding
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Staying in Baoding
Our booking partner lists 62 places to stay in Baoding. Of the 48 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (26), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 75 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Baoding from Datong?
231 km (143 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Datong; by road roughly 281 km (175 mi).
How long does it take to get from Datong to Baoding by train?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Datong and Baoding?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Baoding?
Our booking partner lists 62 places to stay in Baoding, 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.