What is the cheapest way to get from Xining to Hotan?

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Hotan is to train via Turfan North which costs ¥370 - ¥950 and takes 39h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xining to Hotan?

The fastest way to get from Xining to Hotan is to fly which takes 8h 24m and costs ¥850 - ¥4100.

Is there a direct train between Xining and Hotan?

No, there is no direct train from Xining to Hotan. However, there are services departing from Xining and arriving at Hetian via Lanzhou and Turpan North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 46m.

How far is it from Xining to Hotan?

The distance between Xining and Hotan is 2011 km. The road distance is 2339.6 km.

How do I travel from Xining to Hotan without a car?

The best way to get from Xining to Hotan without a car is to train via Turfan North which takes 39h 46m and costs ¥370 - ¥950.

How long does it take to get from Xining to Hotan?

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Xining to Hotan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xining to Hotan train from?

Xining to Hotan train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Xining station.

Train or fly from Xining to Hotan?

The best way to get from Xining to Hotan is to fly which takes 8h 24m and costs ¥850 - ¥4100. Alternatively, you can train via Turfan North, which costs ¥370 - ¥950 and takes 39h 46m.

What is the time difference between Xining and Hotan?

Hotan is 2h behind Xining. It is currently 1:47 AM in Xining and 11:47 PM in Hotan.

Where does the Xining to Hotan train arrive?

Xining to Hotan train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Lanzhou station.

Can I drive from Xining to Hotan?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Hotan is 2340 km. It takes approximately 25h 44m to drive from Xining to Hotan.

Where can I stay near Hotan?

There are two+ hotels available in Hotan.

Xining to Hotan - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Xining to Hotan by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly from Xining
best
1. Fly from Xining (XNN) to Hotan Airport (HTN)plane XNN - HTN
8h 24m
¥890–4,045
Train via Turfan North
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xining to Lanzhoutrain
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Turfan Northtrain
3. Take the train from Turpan North Station to Hetiantrain
39h 46m
¥375–920
Drive 2,339.6 km
1. Drive from Xining to Hotancar 2,339.6 km
25h 44m
¥1,977–2,855
Train, bus to Lanzhou, fly
1. Take the train from Xining to Lanzhou Westtrain
2. Take the bus from Oriental Hotel to Lanzhou Airportbus
3. Fly from Lanzhou (LHW) to Hotan Airport (HTN)plane LHW - HTN
8h 43m
¥829–2,510
Train
1. Take the train from Xining to Lanzhou Westtrain
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Heshuotrain
3. Take the train from Heshuo to Hetiantrain
47h 48m
¥375–1,044

Xining (XNN) to Hotan Airport (HTN) flights

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8h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,011.2 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Xining, China and Hotan, China?

China Eastern Airlines, Air China, and four other airlines fly from Xining (XNN) to Hotan Airport (HTN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Xining to Hotan via Lanzhou, Turfan North, Turpan North Station, and Hetian in around 39h 46m.

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