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

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Turpan is to train which costs ¥220 - ¥600 and takes 18h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xining to Turpan is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs ¥1000 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct train between Xining and Turpan?

No, there is no direct train from Xining to Turpan. However, there are services departing from Xining and arriving at Turfan North via Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 20m.

How far is it from Xining to Turpan?

The distance between Xining and Turpan is 1365 km. The road distance is 1555.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Xining to Turpan without a car is to train which takes 18h 20m and costs ¥220 - ¥600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Xining to Turpan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xining to Turpan train from?

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

Train or fly from Xining to Turpan?

The best way to get from Xining to Turpan is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs ¥1000 - ¥3000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥220 - ¥600 and takes 18h 20m.

What is the time difference between Xining and Turpan?

Turpan is 2h behind Xining. It is currently 8:50 AM in Xining and 6:50 AM in Turpan.

Where does the Xining to Turpan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Xining to Turpan?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Turpan is 1555 km. It takes approximately 15h 45m to drive from Xining to Turpan.

Where can I stay near Turpan?

There are nine+ hotels available in Turpan.

Xining to Turpan - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Xining to Turpan by plane, train, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Xining (XNN) to Turpan (TLQ)plane XNN - TLQ
6h 27m
¥1,051–2,961
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xining to Lanzhoutrain Lhasa / ...
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Turfan Northtrain Shanghai
18h 20m
¥220–582
Drive 1,555.4 km
1. Drive from Xining to Turpancar 1,555.4 km
15h 45m
¥1,315–1,899
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Xining to Lanzhou Westtrain
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Turfantrain
3. Take the taxi from Turfan to Turpantaxi
24h 30m
¥270–726

Xining (XNN) to Turpan (TLQ) flights

14Weekly Planes

6h 51mAverage Duration

¥1,028Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,364.7 km
Duration: 6h 27m

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

Sichuan Airlines, Chengdu, and five other airlines fly from Xining (XNN) to Turpan (TLQ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Xining to Turpan via Lanzhou and Turfan North in around 18h 20m.

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