Xingtai to Handan by train
Handan lies 50 km (31 mi) south of Xingtai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 16 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 61 km (38 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Xingtai | Handan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 798,770 | 1.4 million |
| Elevation | 71 m (233 ft) | 61 m (200 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
| Postal codes | 054000 | 056000 |
Where to book trains from Xingtai to Handan
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Staying in Handan
Our booking partner lists 25 places to stay in Handan. Of the 15 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (8). Guests have left 40 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Handan from Xingtai?
50 km (31 mi) in a straight line, south of Xingtai; by road roughly 61 km (38 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xingtai to Handan by train?
About 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xingtai and Handan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Handan?
Our booking partner lists 25 places to stay in Handan, 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.