What is the cheapest way to get from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang?

The cheapest way to get from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang is to train which costs ¥160 - ¥380 and takes 13h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang?

The fastest way to get from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 1h 52m and costs ¥490 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct train between Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and Dunhuang?

No, there is no direct train from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang station. However, there are services departing from Ürümqi and arriving at Dunhuang Station via Yumen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 45m.

How far is it from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang?

The distance between Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and Dunhuang is 335 km. The road distance is 980 km.

Where do I catch the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang train from?

Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Ürümqi station.

Train or fly from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang?

The best way to get from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang is to train which takes 13h 45m and costs ¥160 - ¥380. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥1600 - ¥4600 and takes 7h 8m.

What is the time difference between Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and Dunhuang?

Dunhuang is 2h ahead of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. It is currently 4:55 AM in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and 6:55 AM in Dunhuang.

Where does the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang train arrive?

Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Yumen station.

Can I drive from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang?

Yes, the driving distance between Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang is 980 km. It takes approximately 9h 58m to drive from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang.

Where can I stay near Dunhuang?

There are 18+ hotels available in Dunhuang.

Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang

Q: How long does it take to get from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Dunhuang by taxi, plane, train, or car

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Taxi to Hami Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Hami to Hami Airport (HMI)taxi
2. Fly from Hami Airport (HMI) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane HMI - DNH
2h 6m
¥436–2,590
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yumentrain Urumqi
2. Take the train from Yumen to Dunhuang Stationtrain Lanzhou
13h 45m
¥165–374
Drive 980 km
1. Drive from Ürümqi to Dunhuangcar 980 km
9h 58m
¥832–1,201
Fly from Yining Airport
1. Fly from Yining Airport (YIN) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane YIN - DNH
7h 8m
¥1,625–4,529
Fly from Turpan
1. Fly from Turpan (TLQ) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane TLQ - DNH
1h 52m
¥493–2,939

Hami Airport (HMI) to Dunhuang (DNH) flights

7Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥360Cheapest Price

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Distance: 334.9 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, China and Dunhuang, China?

You can take a vehicle from Ürümqi to Dunhuang Bus Station via Ürümqi, Yumen, Dunhuang Station, and Dunhuang train station in around 13h 45m. Alternatively, Tianjin Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Yining Airport (YIN) to Dunhuang (DNH) twice daily.

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