Datong to Hohhot by train
Hohhot lies 160 km (99 mi) north-west of Datong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 50 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 195 km (121 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Datong | Hohhot | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.1 million | 3.4 million |
| Elevation | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) | 1,051 m (3,448 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Datong railway station, Wangguanrentun Railway Station, Xiaxiaobao railway station | Hohhot railway station, Hohhot East Railway Station, Taigemu railway station |
| Postal codes | 037000 | 010000 |
Where to book trains from Datong to Hohhot
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Staying in Hohhot
Our booking partner lists 46 places to stay in Hohhot. Of the 41 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (14), and 6 are five-star. Guests have left 571 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Hohhot from Datong?
160 km (99 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Datong; by road roughly 195 km (121 mi).
How long does it take to get from Datong to Hohhot by train?
About 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Datong and Hohhot?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Hohhot?
Our booking partner lists 46 places to stay in Hohhot, 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.