Xi’an to Datong by train
Datong lies 755 km (469 mi) north-east of Xi’an, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 57 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 921 km (572 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Xi’an | Datong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 13 million | 3.1 million |
| Elevation | 416 m (1,365 ft) | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Xi'an railway station, Xi'an North railway station, Xingzheng Zhongxin station | Datong railway station, Wangguanrentun Railway Station, Xiaxiaobao railway station |
| Postal codes | 710000 | 037000 |
Where to book trains from Xi’an to Datong
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Staying in Datong
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Datong. Of the 26 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (10), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,284 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Datong from Xi’an?
755 km (469 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Xi’an; by road roughly 921 km (572 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xi’an to Datong by train?
About 3 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xi’an and Datong?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Datong?
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Datong, 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.