What is the cheapest way to get from Jinan to Datong?

The cheapest way to get from Jinan to Datong is to bus which costs ¥240 - ¥340 and takes 12h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jinan to Datong?

The fastest way to get from Jinan to Datong is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs ¥370 - ¥420.

Is there a direct bus between Jinan and Datong?

No, there is no direct bus from Jinan to Datong. However, there are services departing from Jinan Bus Terminal and arriving at Datong Xinnan via Beijing Liuliqiao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Jinan and Datong?

No, there is no direct train from Jinan to Datong station. However, there are services departing from Jinan and arriving at Datong South station via Beijing South station and Beijing North station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Jinan to Datong?

The distance between Jinan and Datong is 787 km. The road distance is 627.1 km.

How do I travel from Jinan to Datong without a car?

The best way to get from Jinan to Datong without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs ¥370 - ¥420.

How long does it take to get from Jinan to Datong?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Jinan to Datong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jinan to Datong bus from?

Jinan to Datong bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Jinan Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Jinan to Datong train from?

Jinan to Datong train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Jinan station.

Train or bus from Jinan to Datong?

The best way to get from Jinan to Datong is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs ¥370 - ¥420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥240 - ¥340 and takes 12h 47m.

Where does the Jinan to Datong bus arrive?

Jinan to Datong bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Beijing station.

Where does the Jinan to Datong train arrive?

Jinan to Datong train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Beijing South station.

Can I drive from Jinan to Datong?

Yes, the driving distance between Jinan to Datong is 627 km. It takes approximately 6h 24m to drive from Jinan to Datong.

Where can I stay near Datong?

There are 33+ hotels available in Datong.

Jinan to Datong - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Jinan to Datong by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jinan to Beijing Southtrain Qingdao
2. Take the train from Beijing North station to Datong South stationtrain Beijing North-Datong South
6h 3m
¥372–416
Train, bus via Cangzhou
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jinan to Cangzhoutrain
2. Take the train from Cangzhou to Beijing Fengtaitrain
3. Take the bus from Beijing Liuliqiao to Datong Xinnanbus
12h 22m
¥235–438
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Jinan to Beijing Southtrain Qingdao
2. Take the bus from Beijing Liuliqiao to Datong Xinnanbus
9h 9m
¥306–371
Drive 627.1 km
1. Drive from Jinan to Datongcar 627.1 km
6h 24m
¥528–763
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jinan Bus Terminal to Beijingbus
2. Take the bus from Beijing Liuliqiao to Datong Xinnanbus
12h 47m
¥242–339

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Distance: 786.6 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Jinan, China and Datong, Shanxi, China?

You can take a train from Jinan to Datong via Beijing South, Beijing South station, Xizhimen Station, Beijing North station, and Datong South station in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jinan Bus Terminal to Datong Xinnan via Beijing, Jianguomen Station, Gongzhufen, Liuliqiao, and Beijing Liuliqiao in around 12h 47m.

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