Driving from Ya'an to Kangding
Kangding lies 100 km (62 mi) west of Ya'an, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 32 min without stops, over roughly 122 km (76 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Ya'an | Kangding | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 612,056 | 100,000 |
| Elevation | 591 m (1,939 ft) | 2,826 m (9,272 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Where to book car hire from Ya'an to Kangding
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Staying in Kangding
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Common questions
How far is Kangding from Ya'an?
100 km (62 mi) in a straight line, west of Ya'an; by road roughly 122 km (76 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ya'an to Kangding by car?
About 1 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ya'an and Kangding?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.