Xi’an to Jiuquan by train
Jiuquan lies 1,106 km (687 mi) north-west of Xi’an, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 47 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,350 km (839 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Xi’an | Jiuquan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 13 million | 428,346 |
| Elevation | 416 m (1,365 ft) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Xi'an railway station, Xi'an North railway station, Xingzheng Zhongxin station | Liugou Railway Station, Shibandun South Railway Station, Qingquannan Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 710000 | 735000 |
Where to book trains from Xi’an to Jiuquan
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Staying in Jiuquan
Our booking partner lists 9 places to stay in Jiuquan. Of the 8 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 4 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Jiuquan
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Common questions
How far is Jiuquan from Xi’an?
1,106 km (687 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Xi’an; by road roughly 1,350 km (839 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xi’an to Jiuquan by train?
About 5 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xi’an and Jiuquan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Jiuquan?
Our booking partner lists 9 places to stay in Jiuquan, 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.