Hefei to Yan’an by train
Yan’an lies 888 km (552 mi) north-west of Hefei, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 39 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,084 km (673 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Hefei | Yan’an | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 9.5 million | 475,234 |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 960 m (3,150 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Ganquan Railway Station, Fuxian Railway Station, Ganquan North Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 230000 | 716000 |
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Common questions
How far is Yan’an from Hefei?
888 km (552 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Hefei; by road roughly 1,084 km (673 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hefei to Yan’an by train?
About 4 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hefei and Yan’an?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.