What is the cheapest way to get from Ili to Turpan?

The cheapest way to get from Ili to Turpan is to train and bus via Yining East which costs ¥150 - ¥350 and takes 15h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ili to Turpan?

The fastest way to get from Ili to Turpan is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥490 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct train between Ili and Turpan?

No, there is no direct train from Ili to Turpan. However, there are services departing from Yining and arriving at Turfan North via Urumqi Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Ili to Turpan?

The distance between Ili and Turpan is 655 km. The road distance is 788 km.

How do I travel from Ili to Turpan without a car?

The best way to get from Ili to Turpan without a car is to train which takes 7h 46m and costs ¥270 - ¥410.

How long does it take to get from Ili to Turpan?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Ili to Turpan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ili to Turpan train from?

Ili to Turpan train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, depart from Yining station.

Train or fly from Ili to Turpan?

The best way to get from Ili to Turpan is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥490 - ¥2900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥270 - ¥410 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Ili to Turpan train arrive?

Ili to Turpan train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, arrive at Ürümqi station.

Can I drive from Ili to Turpan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ili to Turpan is 788 km. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Ili to Turpan.

Where can I stay near Turpan?

There are nine+ hotels available in Turpan.

Ili to Turpan - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ili to Turpan by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Yining Airport (YIN) to Turpan (TLQ)plane YIN - TLQ
1h 41m
¥499–2,862
Train, bus via Yining East
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yining East to Ürümqitrain Yining
2. Take the bus from Urumchi South to Turfanbus
15h 44m
¥154–349
Train
1. Take the train from Yining to Ürümqitrain Yining
2. Take the train from Urumqi Station to Turfan Northtrain Urumqi
7h 46m
¥271–407
Drive 788 km
1. Drive from Ili to Turpancar 788 km
8h 7m
¥667–963
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Yining to Ürümqitrain Yining
2. Take the bus from Urumchi South to Turfanbus
10h 3m
¥266–355

Yining Airport (YIN) to Turpan (TLQ) flights

14Weekly Planes

2h 36mAverage Duration

¥455Cheapest Price

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Distance: 655.5 km
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Ili, China and Turpan, China?

Chengdu and China Express Airlines fly from Yining Airport (YIN) to Turpan (TLQ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ili to Turpan via Yining, Urumqi Station, and Turfan North in around 7h 46m.

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