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

The cheapest way to get from Qingdao to Dunhuang is to train which costs ¥390 - ¥1100 and takes 37h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Qingdao to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 9h 12m and costs ¥1400 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct train between Qingdao and Dunhuang?

No, there is no direct train from Qingdao to Dunhuang station. However, there are services departing from Wusi Plaza and arriving at Dunhuang Station via Qingdao North and Lanzhou West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 28m.

How far is it from Qingdao to Dunhuang?

The distance between Qingdao and Dunhuang is 2316 km. The road distance is 2625.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Qingdao to Dunhuang without a car is to train via Lanzhou which takes 30h 28m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400.

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

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Qingdao to Dunhuang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Qingdao to Dunhuang train from?

Qingdao to Dunhuang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Qingdao North station.

Train or fly from Qingdao to Dunhuang?

The best way to get from Qingdao to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 9h 12m and costs ¥1400 - ¥4200. Alternatively, you can train via Lanzhou, which costs ¥1000 - ¥1400 and takes 30h 28m.

Where does the Qingdao to Dunhuang train arrive?

Qingdao to Dunhuang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Lanzhou West station.

Can I drive from Qingdao to Dunhuang?

Yes, the driving distance between Qingdao to Dunhuang is 2625 km. It takes approximately 26h to drive from Qingdao to Dunhuang.

Where can I stay near Dunhuang?

There are 15+ hotels available in Dunhuang.

Qingdao to Dunhuang - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Qingdao to Dunhuang by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Qingdao Liuting International Airport
best
1. Fly from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane TAO - DNH
9h 12m
¥1,405–4,113
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Qingdao North to Xuzhou Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Xuzhou to Jiayuguantrain
3. Take the train from Jiayuguan to Dunhuangtrain
37h 15m
¥396–1,015
Train via Lanzhou
1. Take the train from Qingdao North to Lanzhou Westtrain Qingdao
2. Take the train from Lanzhou West Station to Dunhuang Stationtrain Lanzhou
30h 28m
¥1,031–1,315
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Qingdao to Jinanbus
2. Take the bus from Jinan to Xi'anbus
3. Take the train from Xi'an to Jiayuguantrain
4. Take the bus from Jiuquan to Dunhuangbus
36h 16m
¥666–1,028
Drive 2,625.4 km
1. Drive from Qingdao to Dunhuangcar 2,625.4 km
26h
¥2,209–3,191
Bus, bus to Yantai Penglai International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Qingdao to Yantaibus
2. Take the bus from Yantai Bus Station to Yantai Airportbus
3. Fly from Yantai Penglai International Airport (YNT) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane YNT - DNH
11h 48m
¥1,306–5,643

Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Dunhuang (DNH) flights

26Weekly Planes

9h 50mAverage Duration

¥1,133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,315.8 km
Duration: 9h 12m

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

China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Dunhuang (DNH) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Wusi Plaza to Dunhuang Bus Station via Qingdao North, Qingdao North, Lanzhou West Station, Dunhuang Station, and Dunhuang train station in around 30h 28m.

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