Zhaotong to Guiyang by train
Guiyang lies 308 km (192 mi) east of Zhaotong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 37 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 376 km (234 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Zhaotong | Guiyang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 787,845 | 4.5 million |
| Elevation | 1,974 m (6,476 ft) | 1,087 m (3,566 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Tianliangzi Railway Station, Erdaoqiao Railway Station, Yiliang Railway Station | Guiyang North railway station, Guiyang Railway Station, Guiyang East railway station |
| Postal codes | 657000 | 550000 |
Where to book trains from Zhaotong to Guiyang
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Staying in Guiyang
Our booking partner lists 143 places to stay in Guiyang. Of the 120 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (45), and 14 are five-star. Guests have left 568 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Guiyang from Zhaotong?
308 km (192 mi) in a straight line, east of Zhaotong; by road roughly 376 km (234 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zhaotong to Guiyang by train?
About 1 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zhaotong and Guiyang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Guiyang?
Our booking partner lists 143 places to stay in Guiyang, 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.