Shuifu to Zhaotong by train
Zhaotong lies 161 km (100 mi) south-west of Shuifu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 51 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 197 km (122 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Shuifu | Zhaotong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 102,143 | 787,845 |
| Elevation | 276 m (906 ft) | 1,974 m (6,476 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Shuifu Railway Station | Tianliangzi Railway Station, Erdaoqiao Railway Station, Yiliang Railway Station |
Where to book trains from Shuifu to Zhaotong
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Staying in Zhaotong
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Zhaotong. Of the 6 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Zhaotong from Shuifu?
161 km (100 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Shuifu; by road roughly 197 km (122 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shuifu to Zhaotong by train?
About 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shuifu and Zhaotong?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zhaotong?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Zhaotong, 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.