What is the cheapest way to get from Beijing to Mogao Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Mogao Caves is to train and bus which costs ¥310 - ¥700 and takes 27h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beijing to Mogao Caves?

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Mogao Caves is to fly which takes 6h 15m and costs ¥2400 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Mogao Caves?

No, there is no direct train from Beijing station to Mogao Caves station. However, there are services departing from Beijing West Station and arriving at Dunhuang Station via Hami and Yumen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 55m.

How far is it from Beijing to Mogao Caves?

The distance between Beijing and Mogao Caves is 1932 km. The road distance is 2210.8 km.

How do I travel from Beijing to Mogao Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Beijing to Mogao Caves without a car is to train which takes 18h 55m and costs ¥350 - ¥900.

How long does it take to get from Beijing to Mogao Caves?

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

Where do I catch the Beijing to Mogao Caves train from?

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

Train or fly from Beijing to Mogao Caves?

The best way to get from Beijing to Mogao Caves is to train which takes 18h 55m and costs ¥350 - ¥900. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥2400 - ¥4300 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Beijing to Mogao Caves train arrive?

Beijing to Mogao Caves train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Hami station.

Can I drive from Beijing to Mogao Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Mogao Caves is 2211 km. It takes approximately 23h to drive from Beijing to Mogao Caves.

Where can I stay near Mogao Caves?

There are 20+ hotels available in Mogao Caves.

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

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Train to Beijing Daxing International Airport, fly
best
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
6h 21m
¥2,432–4,241
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Jiayuguantrain Beijing West
2. Take the bus from Jiuquan to Dunhuangbus
27h 28m
¥316–700
Train
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Hamitrain
2. Take the train from Hami to Yumentrain
3. Take the train from Yumen to Dunhuang Stationtrain
18h 55m
¥353–854
Drive 2,210.8 km
1. Drive from Beijing to Mogao Cavescar 2,210.8 km
23h
¥1,879–2,714
Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport
1. Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane PEK - DNH
6h 15m
¥2,433–4,238

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Dunhuang (DNH) flights

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Distance: 1,932 km
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Beijing, China and Mogao Caves, China?

You can take a train from Beijing West Station to Mogao Caves via Hami, Yumen, and Dunhuang in around 18h 55m. Alternatively, Air China flies from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Dunhuang (DNH) 3 times a day.

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