Xining to Lanzhou by train
Lanzhou lies 197 km (122 mi) east of Xining, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 2 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 240 km (149 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Xining | Lanzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 2.5 million | 4.4 million |
| Elevation | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) | 1,521 m (4,990 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Xining railway station, Xining West railway station, Datongxi Railway Station | Lanzhou railway station, Lanzhou West railway station, Chenguanying Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 810000 | 730000 |
Where to book trains from Xining to Lanzhou
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Staying in Lanzhou
Our booking partner lists 89 places to stay in Lanzhou. Of the 80 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (28), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 278 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Lanzhou from Xining?
197 km (122 mi) in a straight line, east of Xining; by road roughly 240 km (149 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xining to Lanzhou by train?
About 1 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xining and Lanzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Lanzhou?
Our booking partner lists 89 places to stay in Lanzhou, 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.