Turpan to Wuwei by train
Wuwei lies 1,266 km (787 mi) east of Turpan, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 37 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,545 km (960 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Turpan | Wuwei | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 273,385 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 41 m (135 ft) | 1,542 m (5,059 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Turpan North railway station, Daheyan Railway Station, Qiquanhu Railway Station | Wuwei Railway Station |
Clocks in Wuwei are 2 h ahead of Turpan right now, so a 6 h 37 min journey lands 8 h 37 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book trains from Turpan to Wuwei
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Staying in Wuwei
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Wuwei. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5). Guests have left 4 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Wuwei from Turpan?
1,266 km (787 mi) in a straight line, east of Turpan; by road roughly 1,545 km (960 mi).
How long does it take to get from Turpan to Wuwei by train?
About 6 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Turpan and Wuwei?
Wuwei is 2 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Shanghai against Asia/Urumqi).
Where can I stay in Wuwei?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Wuwei, 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.