What is the cheapest way to get from Ürümqi to Jiuquan?

The cheapest way to get from Ürümqi to Jiuquan is to train which costs ¥180 - ¥430 and takes 11h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ürümqi to Jiuquan?

The fastest way to get from Ürümqi to Jiuquan is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs ¥1000 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct train between Ürümqi and Jiuquan?

No, there is no direct train from Ürümqi to Jiuquan. However, there are services departing from Ürümqi South and arriving at Jiayuguan via Ürümqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

How far is it from Ürümqi to Jiuquan?

The distance between Ürümqi and Jiuquan is 1053 km. The road distance is 1199.7 km.

How do I travel from Ürümqi to Jiuquan without a car?

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Jiuquan without a car is to train which takes 11h 35m and costs ¥180 - ¥430.

How long does it take to get from Ürümqi to Jiuquan?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Ürümqi to Jiuquan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ürümqi to Jiuquan train from?

Ürümqi to Jiuquan train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Ürümqi station.

Train or fly from Ürümqi to Jiuquan?

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Jiuquan is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs ¥1000 - ¥3600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥180 - ¥430 and takes 11h 35m.

What is the time difference between Ürümqi and Jiuquan?

Jiuquan is 2h ahead of Ürümqi. It is currently 7:34 AM in Ürümqi and 9:34 AM in Jiuquan.

Where does the Ürümqi to Jiuquan train arrive?

Ürümqi to Jiuquan train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Jiayuguan station.

Can I drive from Ürümqi to Jiuquan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ürümqi to Jiuquan is 1200 km. It takes approximately 12h 1m to drive from Ürümqi to Jiuquan.

Where can I stay near Jiuquan?

There are eight+ hotels available in Jiuquan.

Ürümqi to Jiuquan - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ürümqi to Jiuquan by plane, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Jiayuguan Airport (JGN)plane URC - JGN
3h 56m
¥1,085–3,605
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ürümqi to Jiayuguantrain Urumqi / ...
11h 35m
¥189–421
Drive 1,199.7 km
1. Drive from Ürümqi to Jiuquancar 1,199.7 km
12h 1m
¥1,016–1,468
Train via Turfan
1. Take the train from Ürümqi Station to Turpantrain Urumqi
2. Take the train from Turfan to Jiuquantrain Kashgar
17h 46m
¥210–506

Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Jiayuguan Airport (JGN) flights

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Distance: 1,053.4 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Ürümqi, China and Jiuquan, China?

9 Air Co Ltd flies from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Jiayuguan Airport (JGN) once daily. Alternatively, China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Ürümqi to Jiayuguan twice daily. Tickets cost ¥110–270 and the journey takes 9h 59m. China Railways T-Class also services this route once daily.

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