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

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Dunhuang is to train which costs ¥190 - ¥480 and takes 29h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs ¥3000 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct train between Chengdu and Dunhuang?

No, there is no direct train from Chengdu to Dunhuang station. However, there are services departing from Tianfu Square and arriving at Dunhuang Station via Chengdu East and Lanzhou West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 55m.

How far is it from Chengdu to Dunhuang?

The distance between Chengdu and Dunhuang is 1374 km. The road distance is 1759.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chengdu to Dunhuang without a car is to train and bus which takes 23h 53m and costs ¥330 - ¥750.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Chengdu to Dunhuang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chengdu to Dunhuang train from?

Chengdu to Dunhuang train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Chengdu East station.

Train or fly from Chengdu to Dunhuang?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs ¥3000 - ¥10000. Alternatively, you can train via Lanzhou, which costs ¥410 - ¥1100 and takes 25h 55m.

Where does the Chengdu to Dunhuang train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chengdu to Dunhuang?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu to Dunhuang is 1760 km. It takes approximately 19h 40m to drive from Chengdu to Dunhuang.

Where can I stay near Dunhuang?

There are 20+ hotels available in Dunhuang.

Chengdu to Dunhuang - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Chengdu to Dunhuang by plane, train, bus, car, or subway

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Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane CTU - DNH
4h 15m
¥3,007–10,010
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengdu Station to Jiayuguantrain Chengdu
2. Take the train from Jiayuguan to Dunhuangtrain Lanzhou
29h 29m
¥196–472
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chengdu East Station to Guangyuantrain
2. Take the train from Guangyuan to Jiuquantrain
3. Take the bus from Jiuquan to Dunhuangbus
23h 53m
¥332–709
Drive 1,759.9 km
1. Drive from Chengdu to Dunhuangcar 1,759.9 km
19h 40m
¥1,497–2,162
Subway to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Century City to Tianfu International Airport Northsubway
2. Fly from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane TFU - DNH
5h 21m
¥3,013–7,020
Train via Lanzhou
1. Take the train from Chengdu East to Lanzhou West Stationtrain Xining
2. Take the train from Lanzhou West Station to Dunhuang Stationtrain Lanzhou
25h 55m
¥412–1,063

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Dunhuang (DNH) flights

7Weekly Planes

4h 20mAverage Duration

¥921Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,374.5 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

Chengdu, Tibet Airlines Corporation, and Sichuan Airlines fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Dunhuang (DNH) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Tianfu Square to Dunhuang Bus Station via East station, Chengdu East, Lanzhou West Station, Dunhuang Station, and Dunhuang train station in around 25h 55m.

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