Driving from Xi’an to Xichang
Xichang lies 950 km (590 mi) south-west of Xi’an, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 14 h 29 min without stops, over roughly 1,159 km (720 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Xi’an | Xichang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 13 million | 481,796 |
| Elevation | 416 m (1,365 ft) | 1,558 m (5,112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Where to book car hire from Xi’an to Xichang
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Staying in Xichang
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Xichang. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 14 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Xichang
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Common questions
How far is Xichang from Xi’an?
950 km (590 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Xi’an; by road roughly 1,159 km (720 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xi’an to Xichang by car?
About 14 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xi’an and Xichang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Xichang?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Xichang, 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.