Ürümqi to Shihezi by train
Shihezi lies 137 km (85 mi) north-west of Ürümqi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 43 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 167 km (104 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ürümqi | Shihezi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 4.1 million | 572,772 |
| Elevation | 862 m (2,828 ft) | 467 m (1,532 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
| Stations on record | Ürümqi South railway station, Ürümqi railway station, Wuxi Railway Station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 830000 | 832000 |
Where to book trains from Ürümqi to Shihezi
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Staying in Shihezi
Our booking partner lists 7 places to stay in Shihezi. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Shihezi
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Common questions
How far is Shihezi from Ürümqi?
137 km (85 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ürümqi; by road roughly 167 km (104 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ürümqi to Shihezi by train?
About 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ürümqi and Shihezi?
No, both are on Asia/Urumqi at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shihezi?
Our booking partner lists 7 places to stay in Shihezi, 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 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.