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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Taiyuan to Lanzhou

Composite routes from Taiyuan to Lanzhou

Cheapest
15 h 59 min
Car
1527 km.
from $83
Other
3 h 14 min
Plane, Bus
800 km.
from $203.83
6 h 42 min
800 km.
from $67.20

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$89.06–$305.34

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$89.06–$267.17

Shandong Airlines

Website:
sda.cn/
Plane from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$95.42–$229.01

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xi'an North to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$38.17–$41.98

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 Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$62.34

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Taiyuan to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
12h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$40.71

China Railways T-Class

Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Taiyuan to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
13h 13m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$43.26

Bus operators

Lanzhou Airport Transportation

Phone:
0931-96556
Website:
travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/gansu/lanzhou/airport.htm
Bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.61

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Taiyuan to Lanzhou is to train which costs $14.13 - $36.96 and takes 12h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taiyuan to Lanzhou is to fly and bus which takes 3h 14m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct train between Taiyuan and Lanzhou?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taiyuan and arriving at Lanzhou. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 3m.

How far is it from Taiyuan to Lanzhou?

The distance between Taiyuan and Lanzhou is 898 km. The road distance is 989.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Taiyuan to Lanzhou without a car is to train via Xi'an which takes 6h 42m and costs $48.91 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Taiyuan to Lanzhou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taiyuan to Lanzhou train from?

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

Where does the Taiyuan to Lanzhou train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taiyuan to Lanzhou?

Yes, the driving distance between Taiyuan to Lanzhou is 989 km. It takes approximately 10h 15m to drive from Taiyuan to Lanzhou.

Where can I stay near Lanzhou?

There are 48+ hotels available in Lanzhou. Prices start at $16.39 per night.
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