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

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Karamay is to train which costs ¥330 - ¥900 and takes 19h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Karamay is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs ¥2600 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Karamay?

No, there is no direct train from Beijing station to Karamay. However, there are services departing from Beijing West Station and arriving at Karamay via Ürümqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 57m.

How far is it from Beijing to Karamay?

The distance between Beijing and Karamay is 2672 km. The road distance is 3066.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Beijing to Karamay without a car is to train which takes 19h 57m and costs ¥330 - ¥900.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Beijing to Karamay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beijing to Karamay train from?

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

Train or fly from Beijing to Karamay?

The best way to get from Beijing to Karamay is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs ¥2600 - ¥4200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥330 - ¥900 and takes 19h 57m.

What is the time difference between Beijing and Karamay?

Karamay is 2h behind Beijing. It is currently 2:44 PM in Beijing and 12:44 PM in Karamay.

Where does the Beijing to Karamay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Beijing to Karamay?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Karamay is 3067 km. It takes approximately 30h 56m to drive from Beijing to Karamay.

Where can I stay near Karamay?

There are one+ hotels available in Karamay.

Beijing to Karamay - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Beijing to Karamay by plane, train, car, or subway

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Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport
best
1. Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Kelamayi Airport (KRY)plane PEK - KRY
6h 21m
¥2,654–4,169
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Ürümqitrain Beijing West
2. Take the train from Ürümqi to Karamaytrain Urumqi
19h 57m
¥332–885
Drive 3,066.6 km
1. Drive from Beijing to Karamaycar 3,066.6 km
30h 56m
¥2,589–3,740
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 Kelamayi Airport (KRY)plane PKX - KRY
9h 43m
¥1,003–2,572
Train to Tianjin Binhai, fly
1. Take the train from Beijing South to Tianjin Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tianjin Binhai (TSN) to Kelamayi Airport (KRY)plane TSN - KRY
10h 41m
¥1,076–2,910
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Dongzhimen to Xizhimen Stationsubway 13
2. Take the train from Beijing North station to Hohhot Easttrain
3. Take the train from Hohhot East to Ürümqitrain
4. Take the train from Ürümqi to Karamaytrain
43h 15m
¥494–1,058

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Kelamayi Airport (KRY) flights

7Weekly Planes

4h 40mAverage Duration

¥2,631Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,672.5 km
Duration: 6h 21m

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

Air China flies from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Kelamayi Airport (KRY) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Beijing West Station to Karamay via Ürümqi and Karamay in around 19h 57m.

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