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

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Mogao Caves is to train and bus which costs ¥250 - ¥550 and takes 27h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Mogao Caves is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs ¥2800 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct train between Chengdu and Mogao Caves?

No, there is no direct train from Chengdu to Mogao Caves station. However, there are services departing from Tianfu Square and arriving at Dunhuang Station via Chengdu East Station, Guangyuan and Lanzhou West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 26m.

How far is it from Chengdu to Mogao Caves?

The distance between Chengdu and Mogao Caves is 1400 km. The road distance is 1782 km.

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

The best way to get from Chengdu to Mogao Caves without a car is to train which takes 23h 26m and costs ¥420 - ¥950.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Chengdu to Mogao Caves, including transfers.

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

Chengdu to Mogao Caves train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Chengdu East Station.

Train or fly from Chengdu to Mogao Caves?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Mogao Caves is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs ¥2800 - ¥10000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥420 - ¥950 and takes 23h 26m.

Where does the Chengdu to Mogao Caves train arrive?

Chengdu to Mogao Caves train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Guangyuan station.

Can I drive from Chengdu to Mogao Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu to Mogao Caves is 1782 km. It takes approximately 20h 3m to drive from Chengdu to Mogao Caves.

Where can I stay near Mogao Caves?

There are 20+ hotels available in Mogao Caves.

Chengdu to Mogao Caves - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, 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
5h 10m
¥2,815–10,018
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengdu Station to Jiuquantrain Chengdu
2. Take the bus from Jiuquan to Dunhuangbus
27h 54m
¥257–549
Train
1. Take the train from Chengdu East Station to Guangyuantrain
2. Take the train from Guangyuan to Lanzhou West Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Lanzhou West Station to Dunhuang Stationtrain
23h 26m
¥428–949
Drive 1,782 km
1. Drive from Chengdu to Mogao Cavescar 1,782 km
20h 3m
¥1,515–2,188
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
6h 17m
¥3,021–7,028

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

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4h 20mAverage Duration

¥890Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,399.5 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Chengdu, China and Mogao Caves, 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 Mogao Caves via East station, Chengdu East Station, Guangyuan, Lanzhou West Station, and Dunhuang in around 23h 26m.

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