Yinchuan to Zhongwei by train
Zhongwei lies 143 km (89 mi) south-west of Yinchuan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 45 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 174 km (108 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Yinchuan | Zhongwei | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 2.9 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 1,227 m (4,026 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Yinchuan Railway Station, Lingwu Railway Station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 750000 | 755000 |
Where to book trains from Yinchuan to Zhongwei
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Staying in Zhongwei
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Zhongwei. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 2 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Zhongwei
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Common questions
How far is Zhongwei from Yinchuan?
143 km (89 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Yinchuan; by road roughly 174 km (108 mi).
How long does it take to get from Yinchuan to Zhongwei by train?
About 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Yinchuan and Zhongwei?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zhongwei?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Zhongwei, 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.