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

The cheapest way to get from Ürümqi to Yining is to train via Yining East which costs ¥130 - ¥320 and takes 10h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ürümqi to Yining is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct train between Ürümqi and Yining?

No, there is no direct train from Ürümqi to Yining. However, there are services departing from Ürümqi South and arriving at Yining via Ürümqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Ürümqi to Yining?

The distance between Ürümqi and Yining is 525 km. The road distance is 684.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Yining without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs ¥240 - ¥390.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Ürümqi to Yining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ürümqi to Yining train from?

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

Train or fly from Ürümqi to Yining?

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Yining is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥240 - ¥390 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Ürümqi to Yining train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ürümqi to Yining?

Yes, the driving distance between Ürümqi to Yining is 685 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Ürümqi to Yining.

How do I get a train ticket from Ürümqi to Yining?

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Where can I stay near Yining?

There are 12+ hotels available in Yining.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Ürümqi to Yining 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 4m
¥1,738–2,243
Train via Yining East
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yining Easttrain Yining
10h 49m
¥139–311
Train
1. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yiningtrain Urumqi
6h 57m
¥248–390
Drive 684.7 km
1. Drive from Ürümqi to Yiningcar 684.7 km
6h 49m
¥581–838
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ürümqi to Yiningtaxi 684.7 km
6h 49m
¥950–1,200

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

56Weekly Planes

1h 21mAverage Duration

¥1,308Cheapest Price

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Distance: 524.7 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Ürümqi, China and Yining, 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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