Xi’an to Tianshui by train
Tianshui lies 294 km (183 mi) west of Xi’an, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 32 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 359 km (223 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Xi’an | Tianshui | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 13 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 416 m (1,365 ft) | 1,153 m (3,783 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 | none listed |
| Postal codes | 710000 | 741000 |
Where to book trains from Xi’an to Tianshui
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Staying in Tianshui
Our booking partner lists 17 places to stay in Tianshui. Of the 12 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (7). Guests have left 9 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Tianshui from Xi’an?
294 km (183 mi) in a straight line, west of Xi’an; by road roughly 359 km (223 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xi’an to Tianshui by train?
About 1 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xi’an and Tianshui?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Tianshui?
Our booking partner lists 17 places to stay in Tianshui, 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.