What is the cheapest way to get from Beijing to Yan’an?

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Yan’an is to train which costs ¥110 - ¥300 and takes 10h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beijing to Yan’an?

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Yan’an is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs ¥1000 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Yan’an?

No, there is no direct train from Beijing station to Yan’an. However, there are services departing from Beijing West Station and arriving at Yan'an via Shijiazhuang, Yangquan North and Suide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.

How far is it from Beijing to Yan’an?

The distance between Beijing and Yan’an is 754 km. The road distance is 870.3 km.

How do I travel from Beijing to Yan’an without a car?

The best way to get from Beijing to Yan’an without a car is to train via Yangquan North which takes 10h 21m and costs ¥190 - ¥480.

How long does it take to get from Beijing to Yan’an?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Beijing to Yan’an, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beijing to Yan’an train from?

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

Train or fly from Beijing to Yan’an?

The best way to get from Beijing to Yan’an is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs ¥1000 - ¥3200. Alternatively, you can train via Yangquan North, which costs ¥190 - ¥480 and takes 10h 21m.

Where does the Beijing to Yan’an train arrive?

Beijing to Yan’an train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Shijiazhuang station.

Can I drive from Beijing to Yan’an?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Yan’an is 870 km. It takes approximately 9h 12m to drive from Beijing to Yan’an.

Where can I stay near Yan’an?

There are 15+ hotels available in Yan’an.

Beijing to Yan’an - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Beijing to Yan’an by plane, train, or car

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Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport
best
1. Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Yan'An Nanniwan Airport (ENY)plane PEK - ENY
3h 23m
¥1,041–3,150
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Suidetrain Beijing West
2. Take the train from Suide to Yan'antrain Xi'an
10h 26m
¥112–295
Train via Yangquan North
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Shijiazhuangtrain
2. Take the train from Shijiazhuang to Yangquan Northtrain
3. Take the train from Yangquan North to Suidetrain
4. Take the train from Suide to Yan'antrain
10h 21m
¥193–471
Drive 870.3 km
1. Drive from Beijing to Yan’ancar 870.3 km
9h 12m
¥740–1,069
Train to Tianjin Binhai, fly
1. Take the train from Beijing South to Tianjin Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tianjin Binhai (TSN) to Yan'An Nanniwan Airport (ENY)plane TSN - ENY
3h 42m
¥453–2,391
Train #2
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Jiaochengtrain
2. Take the train from Jiaocheng to Suidetrain
3. Take the train from Suide to Yan'antrain
12h 22m
¥142–392

Beijing to Yan’an by train

14Weekly Trains

10h 26mAverage Duration

¥112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 754.2 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Beijing, China and Yan’an, China?

Air China flies from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Yan'An Nanniwan Airport (ENY) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Beijing West Station to Yan'an via Shijiazhuang, Yangquan North, and Suide in around 10h 21m.

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