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

The cheapest way to get from Ürümqi to Yili is to train via Yining East which costs ¥130 - ¥310 and takes 10h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ürümqi to Yili is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct train between Ürümqi and Yili?

No, there is no direct train from Ürümqi to Yili. However, there are services departing from Ürümqi South and arriving at Yining via Ürümqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Ürümqi to Yili?

The distance between Ürümqi and Yili is 524 km. The road distance is 686.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Yili without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs ¥250 - ¥400.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ürümqi to Yili train from?

Ürümqi to Yili train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, depart from Ürümqi station.

Train or fly from Ürümqi to Yili?

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Yili is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥250 - ¥400 and takes 7h.

Where does the Ürümqi to Yili train arrive?

Ürümqi to Yili train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, arrive at Yining station.

Can I drive from Ürümqi to Yili?

Yes, the driving distance between Ürümqi to Yili is 687 km. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Ürümqi to Yili.

Where can I stay near Yili?

There are 12+ hotels available in Yili.

Ürümqi to Yili - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ürümqi to Yili by plane, train, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Yining Airport (YIN)plane URC - YIN
3h 3m
¥1,737–2,242
Train via Yining East
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yining Easttrain Yining
10h 46m
¥134–306
Train
1. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yiningtrain Urumqi
7h
¥251–396
Drive 686.9 km
1. Drive from Ürümqi to Yilicar 686.9 km
6h 51m
¥582–841
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ürümqi to Yilitaxi 686.9 km
6h 51m
¥950–1,200

Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Yining Airport (YIN) flights

56Weekly Planes

1h 21mAverage Duration

¥1,301Cheapest Price

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Distance: 524.1 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and Tianjin Airlines fly from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Yining Airport (YIN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, China Railways C-Class operates a train from Ürümqi to Yining 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥190–270 and the journey takes 5h 33m.

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