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

The cheapest way to get from Dunhuang to Yining is to train which costs ¥360 - ¥700 and takes 20h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunhuang to Yining is to fly which takes 6h 9m and costs ¥1000 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Dunhuang and Yining?

No, there is no direct train from Dunhuang to Yining. However, there are services departing from Dunhuang and arriving at Yining via Yumen and Ürümqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 32m.

How far is it from Dunhuang to Yining?

The distance between Dunhuang and Yining is 1197 km. The road distance is 1589.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunhuang to Yining without a car is to train which takes 20h 32m and costs ¥360 - ¥700.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Dunhuang to Yining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunhuang to Yining train from?

Dunhuang to Yining train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Dunhuang station.

Train or fly from Dunhuang to Yining?

The best way to get from Dunhuang to Yining is to fly which takes 6h 9m and costs ¥1000 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥360 - ¥700 and takes 20h 32m.

What is the time difference between Dunhuang and Yining?

Yining is 2h behind Dunhuang. It is currently 1:56 PM in Dunhuang and 11:56 AM in Yining.

Where does the Dunhuang to Yining train arrive?

Dunhuang to Yining train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Yumen station.

Can I drive from Dunhuang to Yining?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunhuang to Yining is 1589 km. It takes approximately 15h 51m to drive from Dunhuang to Yining.

Where can I stay near Yining?

There are 15+ hotels available in Yining.

Dunhuang to Yining - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dunhuang to Yining by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Yining Airport (YIN)plane DNH - YIN
6h 9m
¥1,024–5,529
Train via Turpan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dunhuang to Jiayuguantrain
2. Take the train from Jiayuguan to Turfantrain
3. Take the train from Turpan to Ürümqi Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yining Easttrain
31h 9m
¥306–725
Train
1. Take the train from Dunhuang to Yumentrain
2. Take the train from Yumen to Ürümqitrain
3. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yiningtrain
20h 32m
¥364–664
Drive 1,589.5 km
1. Drive from Dunhuang to Yiningcar 1,589.5 km
15h 51m
¥1,344–1,941
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dunhuang to Jiuquanbus
2. Take the train from Jiayuguan to Ürümqitrain
3. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yiningtrain
22h 42m
¥449–821

Dunhuang (DNH) to Yining Airport (YIN) flights

23Weekly Planes

7h 45mAverage Duration

¥1,052Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,197.2 km
Duration: 6h 9m

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

Chengdu, China Eastern Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Yining Airport (YIN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunhuang Bus Station to Yining via Dunhuang train station, Dunhuang, Yumen, Ürümqi, and Yining in around 20h 32m.

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