Xi’an to Shiyan by train
Shiyan lies 248 km (154 mi) south-east of Xi’an, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 18 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 303 km (188 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Xi’an | Shiyan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 13 million | 3.5 million |
| Elevation | 416 m (1,365 ft) | 247 m (810 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 | Shiyandong Railway Station, Shiyan Railway Station, Danjiang Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 710000 | 442000 |
Where to book trains from Xi’an to Shiyan
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Staying in Shiyan
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Shiyan. Of the 17 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (7), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 39 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Shiyan from Xi’an?
248 km (154 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Xi’an; by road roughly 303 km (188 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xi’an to Shiyan by train?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xi’an and Shiyan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Shiyan?
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Shiyan, 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.