Zhangye to Jinchang by train
Jinchang lies 159 km (99 mi) east of Zhangye, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 50 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 194 km (120 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Zhangye | Jinchang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 507,433 | 228,561 |
| Elevation | 1,481 m (4,859 ft) | 1,553 m (5,095 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Zhangye West railway station, Shandanmachang Railway Station, Minle Railway Station | Jianshan Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 734000 | 737100 |
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Common questions
How far is Jinchang from Zhangye?
159 km (99 mi) in a straight line, east of Zhangye; by road roughly 194 km (120 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zhangye to Jinchang by train?
About 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zhangye and Jinchang?
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.