This dataset is a market activity dataset, covering the average transportation distance of the raw coal market in the southwestern region. In China, coal is mainly transported via railway, waterway, and highway. Average coal transportation losses are also included. Data sources include the China Communications Yearbook, China Energy Statistical Yearbook, Chongqing Municipal Statistical Yearbook, Sichuan Statistical Yearbook, Guizhou Statistical Yearbook, Yunnan Statistical Yearbook, and customs statistics from the General Administration of Customs.