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

The cheapest way to get from Taiyuan to Datong is to bus which costs ¥90 - ¥130 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taiyuan to Datong is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs ¥240 - ¥360.

Is there a direct bus between Taiyuan and Datong?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taiyuan Bus Terminal and arriving at Datong. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Taiyuan and Datong?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taiyuan and arriving at Datong. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Taiyuan to Datong?

The distance between Taiyuan and Datong is 277 km. The road distance is 274.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Taiyuan to Datong without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs ¥90 - ¥130.

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

The bus from Taiyuan Bus Terminal to Datong takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Taiyuan to Datong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Taiyuan to Datong train from?

Taiyuan to Datong train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, depart from Taiyuan station.

Train or bus from Taiyuan to Datong?

The best way to get from Taiyuan to Datong is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs ¥90 - ¥130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Taiyuan to Datong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taiyuan to Datong train arrive?

Taiyuan to Datong train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, arrive at Datong station.

Can I drive from Taiyuan to Datong?

Yes, the driving distance between Taiyuan to Datong is 274 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Taiyuan to Datong.

Where can I stay near Datong?

There are 36+ hotels available in Datong.

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

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

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 277.5 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

China Bus Guide operates a bus from Taiyuan Bus Terminal to Datong hourly. Tickets cost ¥90–130 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, China Railways K-Class operates a train from Taiyuan to Datong once daily, and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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