Kaiyuan to Panzhihua by train
Panzhihua lies 359 km (223 mi) north-west of Kaiyuan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 53 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 438 km (272 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kaiyuan | Panzhihua | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 198,423 | 787,177 |
| Elevation | 1,313 m (4,308 ft) | 1,101 m (3,612 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Kaiyuan South railway station, Shilicun Railway Station, Dazhuang Railway Station | Panzhihua South Railway Station, Puda Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 112300–661600 | 617000 |
Where to book trains from Kaiyuan to Panzhihua
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Staying in Panzhihua
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Panzhihua. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (3). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Panzhihua from Kaiyuan?
359 km (223 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kaiyuan; by road roughly 438 km (272 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kaiyuan to Panzhihua by train?
About 1 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kaiyuan and Panzhihua?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Panzhihua?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Panzhihua, 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.