Xingtai to Taiyuan by train
Taiyuan lies 193 km (120 mi) north-west of Xingtai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 235 km (146 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Xingtai | Taiyuan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 798,770 | 5.3 million |
| Elevation | 71 m (233 ft) | 795 m (2,608 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Taiyuan railway station, Taiyuan South railway station, Taiyuan East railway station |
| Postal codes | 054000 | 030000 |
Where to book trains from Xingtai to Taiyuan
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Staying in Taiyuan
Our booking partner lists 123 places to stay in Taiyuan. Of the 111 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (46), and 11 are five-star. Guests have left 316 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Taiyuan from Xingtai?
193 km (120 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Xingtai; by road roughly 235 km (146 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xingtai to Taiyuan by train?
About 1 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xingtai and Taiyuan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Taiyuan?
Our booking partner lists 123 places to stay in Taiyuan, 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.