Hefei to Zigong by train
Zigong lies 1,228 km (763 mi) west of Hefei, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 25 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,499 km (931 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Hefei | Zigong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 9.5 million | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 306 m (1,004 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Zigong North Railway Station, Yantan railway station |
| Postal codes | 230000 | 643000 |
Where to book trains from Hefei to Zigong
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Staying in Zigong
Our booking partner lists 13 places to stay in Zigong. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6). Guests have left 6 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Zigong
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Common questions
How far is Zigong from Hefei?
1,228 km (763 mi) in a straight line, west of Hefei; by road roughly 1,499 km (931 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hefei to Zigong by train?
About 6 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hefei and Zigong?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zigong?
Our booking partner lists 13 places to stay in Zigong, 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 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.