Nianbo to Lanzhou by train
Lanzhou lies 136 km (85 mi) east of Nianbo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 43 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 166 km (103 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nianbo | Lanzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 260,184 | 4.4 million |
| Elevation | 1,991 m (6,532 ft) | 1,521 m (4,990 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Minhenan Railway Staion, Ledunan Railway Station, Haidongxi Railway Staion | Lanzhou railway station, Lanzhou West railway station, Chenguanying Railway Station |
Where to book trains from Nianbo to Lanzhou
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Staying in Lanzhou
Our booking partner lists 89 places to stay in Lanzhou. Of the 80 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (28), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 278 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Lanzhou from Nianbo?
136 km (85 mi) in a straight line, east of Nianbo; by road roughly 166 km (103 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nianbo to Lanzhou by train?
About 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nianbo and Lanzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Lanzhou?
Our booking partner lists 89 places to stay in Lanzhou, 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.