Wuwei to Turpan by train
Turpan lies 1,266 km (787 mi) north-west of Wuwei, -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.
| Wuwei | Turpan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 1 million | 273,385 |
| Elevation | 1,542 m (5,059 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
| Stations on record | Wuwei Railway Station | Turpan North railway station, Daheyan Railway Station, Qiquanhu Railway Station |
Clocks in Turpan are 2 h behind Wuwei right now, so a 6 h 37 min journey lands only 4 h 37 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Turpan from Wuwei?
1,266 km (787 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Wuwei; by road roughly 1,545 km (960 mi).
How long does it take to get from Wuwei to Turpan 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 Wuwei and Turpan?
Turpan is 2 h behind at the moment (Asia/Urumqi against Asia/Shanghai).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.