Hohhot to Baotou by train
Baotou lies 153 km (95 mi) west of Hohhot, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 48 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 187 km (116 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Hohhot | Baotou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 3.4 million | 2.8 million |
| Elevation | 1,051 m (3,448 ft) | 1,064 m (3,491 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Hohhot railway station, Hohhot East Railway Station, Taigemu railway station | Baotou railway station, Baotou East railway station, Wanshuiquan Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 010000 | 014000 |
Where to book trains from Hohhot to Baotou
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Staying in Baotou
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Baotou. Of the 18 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (8), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 41 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Baotou from Hohhot?
153 km (95 mi) in a straight line, west of Hohhot; by road roughly 187 km (116 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hohhot to Baotou by train?
About 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hohhot and Baotou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Baotou?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Baotou, 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.