Xinzhou to Datong by train
Datong lies 193 km (120 mi) north of Xinzhou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 1 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 236 km (147 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Xinzhou | Datong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 544,683 | 3.1 million |
| Elevation | 794 m (2,605 ft) | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Ningwu Railway Station, Fenghuangcun Railway Station, Daixian Railway Station | Datong railway station, Wangguanrentun Railway Station, Xiaxiaobao railway station |
| Postal codes | 034000 | 037000 |
Where to book trains from Xinzhou 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 Xinzhou?
193 km (120 mi) in a straight line, north of Xinzhou; by road roughly 236 km (147 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xinzhou to Datong by train?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xinzhou 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.