What is the cheapest way to get from Beijing to Dunhuang?

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Dunhuang is to bus and train which costs ¥700 - ¥1000 and takes 36h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beijing to Dunhuang?

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs ¥2400 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Dunhuang?

No, there is no direct train from Beijing station to Dunhuang station. However, there are services departing from Beijing West Station and arriving at Dunhuang Station via Lanzhou West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 15m.

How far is it from Beijing to Dunhuang?

The distance between Beijing and Dunhuang is 1890 km. The road distance is 2206.2 km.

How do I travel from Beijing to Dunhuang without a car?

The best way to get from Beijing to Dunhuang without a car is to train which takes 23h 15m and costs ¥850 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Beijing to Dunhuang?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Beijing to Dunhuang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beijing to Dunhuang train from?

Beijing to Dunhuang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Beijing West Station.

Train or fly from Beijing to Dunhuang?

The best way to get from Beijing to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs ¥2400 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥850 - ¥1200 and takes 23h 15m.

Where does the Beijing to Dunhuang train arrive?

Beijing to Dunhuang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Lanzhou West Station.

Can I drive from Beijing to Dunhuang?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Dunhuang is 2206 km. It takes approximately 22h 48m to drive from Beijing to Dunhuang.

Where can I stay near Dunhuang?

There are 20+ hotels available in Dunhuang.

Beijing to Dunhuang - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Beijing to Dunhuang by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport
best
1. Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane PEK - DNH
5h 19m
¥2,425–5,030
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beijing to Yinchuan Nanmen Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Yinchuan Nanmen Station to Lanzhoubus
3. Take the train from Lanzhou to Jiuquantrain
4. Take the bus from Jiuquan to Dunhuangbus
36h 7m
¥742–988
Train
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Lanzhou West Stationtrain Beijing West / ...
2. Take the train from Lanzhou West Station to Dunhuang Stationtrain Lanzhou
23h 15m
¥876–1,114
Drive 2,206.2 km
1. Drive from Beijing to Dunhuangcar 2,206.2 km
22h 48m
¥1,864–2,692
Train to Beijing Daxing International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Beijing West to Beijing Daxing Airporttrain
2. Fly from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane PKX - DNH
5h 40m
¥2,324–4,433

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Dunhuang (DNH) flights

20Weekly Planes

5h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,890.1 km
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Beijing, China and Dunhuang, China?

Air China flies from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Dunhuang (DNH) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Beijing West Station to Dunhuang Bus Station via Lanzhou West Station, Dunhuang Station, and Dunhuang train station in around 23h 15m.

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