Turpan to Dunhuang by train
Dunhuang lies 552 km (343 mi) south-east of Turpan, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 53 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 674 km (419 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Turpan | Dunhuang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 273,385 | 186,027 |
| Elevation | 41 m (135 ft) | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Turpan North railway station, Daheyan Railway Station, Qiquanhu Railway Station | Hongliuhe South Railway Station |
Clocks in Dunhuang are 2 h ahead of Turpan right now, so a 2 h 53 min journey lands 4 h 53 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Dunhuang from Turpan?
552 km (343 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Turpan; by road roughly 674 km (419 mi).
How long does it take to get from Turpan to Dunhuang by train?
About 2 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Turpan and Dunhuang?
Dunhuang is 2 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Shanghai against Asia/Urumqi).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.