What is the cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Altay?

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Altay is to train via Lanzhou which costs ¥380 - ¥1000 and takes 2 days 0h.

What is the fastest way to get from Chengdu to Altay?

The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Altay is to subway and fly which takes 6h 23m and costs ¥1300 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct train between Chengdu and Altay?

No, there is no direct train from Chengdu to Altay. However, there are services departing from Luomashi and arriving at Altay via Chengdu Station, Lanzhou, Ürümqi and Kuitun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Chengdu to Altay?

The distance between Chengdu and Altay is 2477 km. The road distance is 3003 km.

How do I travel from Chengdu to Altay without a car?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Altay without a car is to train via Lanzhou which takes 2 days 0h and costs ¥380 - ¥1000.

How long does it take to get from Chengdu to Altay?

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Chengdu to Altay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chengdu to Altay train from?

Chengdu to Altay train services, operated by China Railways T-Class, depart from Chengdu Station.

Train or fly from Chengdu to Altay?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Altay is to train via Lanzhou which takes 2 days 0h and costs ¥380 - ¥1000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥1300 - ¥6500 and takes 9h 32m.

What is the time difference between Chengdu and Altay?

Altay is 2h behind Chengdu. It is currently 4:42 AM in Chengdu and 2:42 AM in Altay.

Where does the Chengdu to Altay train arrive?

Chengdu to Altay train services, operated by China Railways T-Class, arrive at Lanzhou station.

Can I drive from Chengdu to Altay?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu to Altay is 3003 km. It takes approximately 33h 29m to drive from Chengdu to Altay.

Where can I stay near Altay?

There are five+ hotels available in Altay.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chengdu to Altay by subway, plane, train, or car

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Subway to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the subway from Century City to Tianfu International Airport Northsubway
2. Fly from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Altay Airport (AAT)plane TFU - AAT
6h 23m
¥1,342–4,159
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengdu Station to Hamitrain
2. Take the train from Hami to Urumqi Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Ürümqi to Kuituntrain
4. Take the train from Kuitun to Altaytrain
2d 2h
¥377–1,191
Train via Lanzhou
1. Take the train from Chengdu Station to Lanzhoutrain
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Ürümqitrain
3. Take the train from Ürümqi to Kuituntrain
4. Take the train from Kuitun to Altaytrain
2d
¥382–988
Drive 3,003 km
1. Drive from Chengdu to Altaycar 3,003 km
33h 29m
¥2,524–3,646
Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
1. Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Altay Airport (AAT)plane CTU - AAT
9h 32m
¥1,336–6,049

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Altay Airport (AAT) flights

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,476.8 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Chengdu, China and Altay, China?

You can take a subway from Luomashi to Altay via North station, Chengdu Station, Lanzhou, Ürümqi, Kuitun, and Altay in around 2d. Alternatively, Air China, China Southern Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Altay Airport (AAT) 5 times a day.

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