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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Taiyuan to Xining

Composite routes from Taiyuan to Xining

Cheapest
12 h 35 min
Car
1215 km.
from $66
Other
9 h 6 min
964 km.
from $78.07
16 h 45 min
964 km.
from $47.93

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.42–$305.34

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xi'an North to Xining
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.89–$55.98

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Taiyuan South to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$63.61
Train from Xi'an North to Xining
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$35.62–$82.70

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Taiyuan to Xining
Ave. Duration:
14h 56m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$47.07

China Railways T-Class

Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Taiyuan to Xining
Ave. Duration:
15h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$51.41
Train from Taiyuan to Jiaocheng
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.73–$16.54
Train from Jiaocheng to Xining
Ave. Duration:
15h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$48.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Taiyuan to Xining is to train which costs $15.22 - $44.57 and takes 14h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taiyuan to Xining is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct train between Taiyuan and Xining?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taiyuan and arriving at Xining. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 56m.

How far is it from Taiyuan to Xining?

The distance between Taiyuan and Xining is 996 km. The road distance is 1190.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Taiyuan to Xining without a car is to train via Xi'an which takes 9h 6m and costs $54.35 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Taiyuan to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taiyuan to Xining train from?

Taiyuan to Xining train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Taiyuan South station.

Train or fly from Taiyuan to Xining?

The best way to get from Taiyuan to Xining is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can train via Xi'an, which costs $54.35 - $130.43 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Taiyuan to Xining train arrive?

Taiyuan to Xining train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Xi'an North station.

Can I drive from Taiyuan to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Taiyuan to Xining is 1191 km. It takes approximately 12h 20m to drive from Taiyuan to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 31+ hotels available in Xining. Prices start at $11.79 per night.
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