This dataset is a market activity dataset, covering the average transportation distance of the raw coal market in the East China region. In China, coal is mainly transported by rail, water, and highway. Average coal transportation losses are also included. Data references include the China Transportation Yearbook, China Energy Statistical Yearbook, Jiangsu Statistical Yearbook, Zhejiang Statistical Yearbook, Anhui Statistical Yearbook, Fujian Statistical Yearbook, Jiangxi Statistical Yearbook, Shandong Statistical Yearbook, and customs statistics from the General Administration of Customs.