Turpan to Ālā'ĕr by train
Ālā'ĕr lies 709 km (440 mi) west of Turpan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 42 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 864 km (537 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Turpan | Ālā'ĕr | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 273,385 | 126,259 |
| Elevation | 41 m (135 ft) | 1,014 m (3,327 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
| Stations on record | Turpan North railway station, Daheyan Railway Station, Qiquanhu Railway Station | Aral Railway Station, Jinyinchuan Railway Station |
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Common questions
How far is Ālā'ĕr from Turpan?
709 km (440 mi) in a straight line, west of Turpan; by road roughly 864 km (537 mi).
How long does it take to get from Turpan to Ālā'ĕr by train?
About 3 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Turpan and Ālā'ĕr?
No, both are on Asia/Urumqi at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.