Driving from Xi’an to Lincang
Lincang lies 1,437 km (893 mi) south-west of Xi’an, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 21 h 55 min without stops, over roughly 1,753 km (1,089 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Xi’an | Lincang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 13 million | 323,708 |
| Elevation | 416 m (1,365 ft) | 1,483 m (4,865 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 710000 | 677000 |
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Common questions
How far is Lincang from Xi’an?
1,437 km (893 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Xi’an; by road roughly 1,753 km (1,089 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xi’an to Lincang by car?
About 21 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xi’an and Lincang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
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.