What is the cheapest way to get from Nanjing to Lanzhou?

The cheapest way to get from Nanjing to Lanzhou is to train which costs ¥170 - ¥450 and takes 19h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nanjing to Lanzhou?

The fastest way to get from Nanjing to Lanzhou is to fly and bus which takes 5h 57m and costs ¥600 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Nanjing and Lanzhou?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nanjing and arriving at Lanzhou. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 15m.

How far is it from Nanjing to Lanzhou?

The distance between Nanjing and Lanzhou is 1619 km. The road distance is 1659.3 km.

How do I travel from Nanjing to Lanzhou without a car?

The best way to get from Nanjing to Lanzhou without a car is to train via Hefei which takes 11h 26m and costs ¥750 - ¥950.

How long does it take to get from Nanjing to Lanzhou?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Nanjing to Lanzhou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nanjing to Lanzhou train from?

Nanjing to Lanzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Nanjing South station.

Where does the Nanjing to Lanzhou train arrive?

Nanjing to Lanzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Hefei South station.

Can I drive from Nanjing to Lanzhou?

Yes, the driving distance between Nanjing to Lanzhou is 1659 km. It takes approximately 17h 41m to drive from Nanjing to Lanzhou.

Where can I stay near Lanzhou?

There are 65+ hotels available in Lanzhou.

Nanjing to Lanzhou - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Nanjing to Lanzhou by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Nanjing Lukou International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Lanzhou (LHW)plane NKG - LHW
2. Take the bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental Hotelbus
5h 57m
¥639–1,943
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nanjing to Lanzhoutrain Shanghai
19h 15m
¥170–450
Train via Hefei
1. Take the train from Nanjing South to Hefei Southtrain Shanghai Hongqiao / ...
2. Take the train from Hefei South to Lanzhou West Stationtrain Hangzhou East
11h 26m
¥774–935
Drive 1,659.3 km
1. Drive from Nanjing to Lanzhoucar 1,659.3 km
17h 41m
¥1,411–2,037
Train to Yangzhou Taizhou Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Nanjing to Jiangdutrain
2. Fly from Yangzhou Taizhou Airport (YTY) to Lanzhou (LHW)plane YTY - LHW
3. Take the bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental Hotelbus
6h 42m
¥748–2,214
Train to Sunan Shuofang International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Nanjing to Wuxitrain
2. Fly from Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX) to Lanzhou (LHW)plane WUX - LHW
3. Take the bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental Hotelbus
6h 42m
¥812–2,574
Train #2
1. Take the train from Nanjing to Chuzhou Northtrain Shanghai
2. Take the train from Chuzhou North to Lanzhoutrain Shanghai
27h 12m
¥186–493

Nanjing to Lanzhou by train

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19h 15mAverage Duration

¥170Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,618.6 km
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Nanjing, China and Lanzhou, China?

You can take a subway from Gulou to Dongfanghong Square via Nanjing South, Nanjing South, Hefei South, Lanzhou West Station, and West Railway Station North Square in around 11h 26m.

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