Driving from Zhangye to Aqsu
Aqsu lies 1,731 km (1,076 mi) west of Zhangye, -2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 26 h 24 min without stops, over roughly 2,112 km (1,312 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Zhangye | Aqsu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 507,433 | 535,657 |
| Elevation | 1,481 m (4,859 ft) | 1,119 m (3,671 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
Clocks in Aqsu are 2 h behind Zhangye right now, so a 26 h 24 min journey lands only 24 h 24 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Aqsu from Zhangye?
1,731 km (1,076 mi) in a straight line, west of Zhangye; by road roughly 2,112 km (1,312 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zhangye to Aqsu by car?
About 26 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zhangye and Aqsu?
Aqsu is 2 h behind at the moment (Asia/Urumqi against Asia/Shanghai).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.