Dongsheng to Datong by train
Datong lies 284 km (177 mi) east of Dongsheng, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 29 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 347 km (215 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Dongsheng | Datong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 574,242 | 3.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,439 m (4,721 ft) | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Dongshengxi Railway Station, Dongsheng Railway Station | Datong railway station, Wangguanrentun Railway Station, Xiaxiaobao railway station |
Where to book trains from Dongsheng to Datong
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Staying in Datong
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Datong. Of the 26 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (10), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,284 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Datong from Dongsheng?
284 km (177 mi) in a straight line, east of Dongsheng; by road roughly 347 km (215 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dongsheng to Datong by train?
About 1 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dongsheng and Datong?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Datong?
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Datong, 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.