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

The cheapest way to get from Ürümqi to Xining is to train which costs ¥230 - ¥700 and takes 21h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ürümqi to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs ¥1600 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct train between Ürümqi and Xining?

No, there is no direct train from Ürümqi to Xining. However, there are services departing from Ürümqi South and arriving at Xining via Ürümqi and Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 34m.

How far is it from Ürümqi to Xining?

The distance between Ürümqi and Xining is 1533 km. The road distance is 1738.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Xining without a car is to train which takes 21h 34m and costs ¥230 - ¥700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Ürümqi to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ürümqi to Xining train from?

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

Train or fly from Ürümqi to Xining?

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs ¥1600 - ¥4700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥230 - ¥700 and takes 21h 34m.

What is the time difference between Ürümqi and Xining?

Xining is 2h ahead of Ürümqi. It is currently 12:24 AM in Ürümqi and 2:24 AM in Xining.

Where does the Ürümqi to Xining train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ürümqi to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Ürümqi to Xining is 1738 km. It takes approximately 17h 33m to drive from Ürümqi to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 26+ hotels available in Xining.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Xining (XNN)plane URC - XNN
5h 20m
¥1,636–4,636
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ürümqi to Lanzhoutrain Ürümqi
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Xiningtrain Shanghai / ...
21h 34m
¥233–671
Drive 1,738.3 km
1. Drive from Ürümqi to Xiningcar 1,738.3 km
17h 33m
¥1,475–2,130
Train via Malan
1. Take the train from Ürümqi South to Malantrain
2. Take the train from Malan to Lanzhoutrain
3. Take the train from Lanzhou West to Xiningtrain
33h
¥321–843

Ürümqi to Xining by train

14Weekly Trains

21h 34mAverage Duration

¥233Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,533.3 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

Sichuan Airlines, Air China, and Tianjin Airlines fly from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Xining (XNN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ürümqi South to Xining via Ürümqi and Lanzhou in around 21h 34m.

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