What is the cheapest way to get from Beijing Station to Datong?

The cheapest way to get from Beijing Station to Datong is to bus which costs ¥110 - ¥160 and takes 6h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beijing Station to Datong?

The fastest way to get from Beijing Station to Datong is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs ¥180 - ¥210.

How far is it from Beijing Station to Datong?

The distance between Beijing Station and Datong is 360 km. The road distance is 340 km.

How do I travel from Beijing Station to Datong without a car?

The best way to get from Beijing Station to Datong without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs ¥180 - ¥210.

How long does it take to get from Beijing Station to Datong?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Beijing Station to Datong, including transfers.

Train or bus from Beijing Station to Datong?

The best way to get from Beijing Station to Datong is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs ¥180 - ¥210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥110 - ¥160 and takes 6h 51m.

Can I drive from Beijing Station to Datong?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing Station to Datong is 340 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Beijing Station to Datong.

Where can I stay near Datong?

There are 35+ hotels available in Datong.

Beijing Station to Datong - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Beijing Station to Datong by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Beijing North station to Datong South stationBeijing North-Datong South
3h 28m
¥181–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beijing Liuliqiao to Datong Xinnan
6h 51m
¥114–155
Drive 340 km
1. Drive from Beijing Station to Datong340 km
3h 38m
¥303–438
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Beijing Station to Datong340 km
3h 38m
¥950–1,200

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 360.3 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Beijing Station, China and Datong, Shanxi, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Beijing North station to Datong South station every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥150–170 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Beijing Liuliqiao to Datong Xinnan 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥110–150 and the journey takes 5h.

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