What is the cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Datong?

The cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Datong is to bus which costs ¥247 and takes 15h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xi'an to Datong?

The fastest way to get from Xi'an to Datong is to fly and train which takes 7h 47m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Xi'an and Datong?

No, there is no direct bus from Xi'an to Datong. However, there are services departing from Yahe Garden and arriving at Datong via Xi'an. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Xi'an and Datong?

No, there is no direct train from Xi'an to Datong. However, there are services departing from Shi Tushuguan and arriving at Datong via Xi'an North, Taiyuan South and Yuci. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 32m.

How far is it from Xi'an to Datong?

The distance between Xi'an and Datong is 864 km. The road distance is 869.2 km.

How do I travel from Xi'an to Datong without a car?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Datong without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 5m and costs ¥300 - ¥600.

How long does it take to get from Xi'an to Datong?

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Xi'an to Datong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xi'an to Datong bus from?

Xi'an to Datong bus services, operated by Mipang, depart from Xi'an station.

Where do I catch the Xi'an to Datong train from?

Xi'an to Datong train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Xi'an North station.

Train or bus from Xi'an to Datong?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Datong is to train which takes 12h 32m and costs ¥230 - ¥600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥247 and takes 15h 22m.

Where does the Xi'an to Datong bus arrive?

Xi'an to Datong bus services, operated by Mipang, arrive at Datong station.

Where does the Xi'an to Datong train arrive?

Xi'an to Datong train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Taiyuan South station.

Can I drive from Xi'an to Datong?

Yes, the driving distance between Xi'an to Datong is 869 km. It takes approximately 9h 3m to drive from Xi'an to Datong.

Where can I stay near Datong?

There are 35+ hotels available in Datong.

Xi'an to Datong - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Xi'an to Datong by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Xi'an North to Taiyuan Southtrain Xi'an North / ...
2. Take the bus from Taiyuan Bus Terminal to Datongbus
8h 5m
¥308–588
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xi'an North to Taiyuan Southtrain Xi'an North / ...
2. Take the train from Yuci to Datongtrain Yuncheng
12h 32m
¥239–591
Drive 869.2 km
1. Drive from Xi'an to Datongcar 869.2 km
9h 3m
¥764–1,104
Fly to Hohhot Baita International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Hohhot Baita International Airport (HET)plane XIY - HET
2. Take the bus from hohhot Station to Datong bus stationbus
8h 43m
¥575–2,944
Bus
1. Take the bus from Xi'an to Datongbus
15h 22m
¥247
Fly to Beijing Daxing International Airport, train
1. Fly from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)plane XIY - PKX
2. Take the train from Beijing Daxing International Airport to Caoqiaotrain
3. Take the train from Beijing North station to Datong South stationtrain
7h 47m
¥1,336–2,397
Fly to Baotou Donghe Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Baotou Donghe Airport (BAV)plane XIY - BAV
2. Take the train from Baotou East to Hohhottrain
3. Take the bus from hohhot Station to Datong bus stationbus
9h 27m
¥642–3,566
Fly to Tianjin Binhai, train
1. Fly from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Tianjin Binhai (TSN)plane XIY - TSN
2. Take the train from Tianjin Station to Beijing Southtrain
3. Take the train from Beijing North station to Datong South stationtrain
8h 18m
¥709–3,030

Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Hohhot Baita International Airport (HET) flights

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1h 50mAverage Duration

¥452Cheapest Price

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Distance: 864.4 km
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Xi'an, China and Datong, Shanxi, China?

You can take a subway from Shi Tushuguan to Datong via Bei Kezhan, Xi'an North, Taiyuan South, and Yuci in around 12h 32m. Alternatively, Mipang operates a bus from Xi'an to Datong once daily. Tickets cost ¥245 and the journey takes 13h 50m.

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