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

The cheapest way to get from Kashgar to Altay is to train which costs ¥270 - ¥700 and takes 32h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kashgar to Altay is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥3900 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct train between Kashgar and Altay?

No, there is no direct train from Kashgar to Altay. However, there are services departing from Kashgar and arriving at Altay via Ürümqi and Karamay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 37m.

How far is it from Kashgar to Altay?

The distance between Kashgar and Altay is 1354 km. The road distance is 1797.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kashgar to Altay without a car is to train which takes 32h 37m and costs ¥270 - ¥700.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Kashgar to Altay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kashgar to Altay train from?

Kashgar to Altay train services, operated by China Railways T-Class, depart from Kashgar station.

Train or fly from Kashgar to Altay?

The best way to get from Kashgar to Altay is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥3900 - ¥4000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥270 - ¥700 and takes 32h 37m.

Where does the Kashgar to Altay train arrive?

Kashgar to Altay train services, operated by China Railways T-Class, arrive at Ürümqi Station.

Can I drive from Kashgar to Altay?

Yes, the driving distance between Kashgar to Altay is 1797 km. It takes approximately 18h 11m to drive from Kashgar to Altay.

Where can I stay near Altay?

There are seven+ hotels available in Altay.

Kashgar to Altay - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Kashgar to Altay by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kashgar Airport (KHG) to Altay Airport (AAT)plane KHG - AAT
2h 48m
¥3,908–3,962
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kashgar to Ürümqi Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Ürümqi to Karamaytrain
3. Take the train from Karamay to Altaytrain
32h 37m
¥279–701
Drive 1,797.3 km
1. Drive from Kashgar to Altaycar 1,797.3 km
18h 11m
¥1,519–2,194
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kashgar to Bachutrain
2. Take the train from Bachu to Aksutrain
3. Take the bus from Aksu to Urumchi Southbus
4. Take the train from Ürümqi to Kuituntrain
5. Take the train from Kuitun to Altaytrain
36h 48m
¥336–838

Kashgar Airport (KHG) to Altay Airport (AAT) flights

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3h 50mAverage Duration

¥1,332Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,354.3 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Chengdu and China Express Airlines fly from Kashgar Airport (KHG) to Altay Airport (AAT) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kashgar to Altay via Kashgar, Ürümqi, Karamay, and Altay in around 32h 37m.

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