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16 h 33 min
1620 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Beijing to Lanzhou

Composite routes from Beijing to Lanzhou

Cheapest
16 h 33 min
Car
1620 km.
from $89
Other
20 h 30 min
1178 km.
from $116.09
5 h 7 min
Plane, Bus
1178 km.
from $266.61
19 h
1178 km.
from $46.96
5 h 7 min
Train, Plane
1178 km.
from $181.71
5 h 35 min
Train, Plane
1178 km.
from $165.25

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 8
Air China
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
Spring Airlines
Website
China Southern Airlines
Website
Sichuan Airlines
Website
China United
Website
Hainan
Website
Hebei
Website
Air China
Website
2h 27m
Every day
$108.70–$380.43
China Eastern Airlines
Website
2h 23m
Every day
$130.43–$434.78
Spring Airlines
Website
2h 20m
Every day
$92.39–$239.13
China Southern Airlines
Website
2h 29m
Every day
$130.43–$467.39
Sichuan Airlines
Website
2h 40m
Every day
$173.91–$467.39
China United
Website
2h 15m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$152.17–$282.61
Hainan
Website
2h 50m
Every day
$108.70–$293.48
Hebei
Website
2h 25m
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
$152.17–$293.48
Train operators
Found: 6
China Railways G-Class
Website
China Railways C-Class
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China Railways Z-Class
Website
China Railways K-Class
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China Railways T-Class
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China Railways
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China Railways G-Class
Website
6h 43m
3 times a day
$97.83–$114.13
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways C-Class
Website
31 min
Hourly
$3.04–$4.35
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways Z-Class
Website
16h 38m
3 times a day
$19.57–$50.00
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways K-Class
Website
1h 32m
Once daily
$2.50–$8.15
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways T-Class
Website
18h 46m
Once daily
$18.48–$47.84
China Railways
Website
1h 15m
Once daily
$3.15–$7.61
86-010-12306
86-010-12306
Call
Bus operators
Found: 3
Ctrip
Website
Lanzhou Airport Transportation
Website
Trip 8080
Website
Ctrip
Website
15h 30m
Once daily
$61.66
400-830-6666
400-830-6666
Call
Lanzhou Airport Transportation
Website
1h 5m
Every 30 minutes
$4.07
0931-96556
0931-96556
Call
Trip 8080
Website
4h 30m
Hourly
$15.73

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Lanzhou is to train which costs $18.48 - $50 and takes 16h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Lanzhou is to fly and bus which takes 5h 7m and costs $108.70 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Beijing and Lanzhou?

No, there is no direct bus from Beijing to Lanzhou. However, there are services departing from Beijing and arriving at Lanzhou via Pingliang West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Lanzhou?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Beijing West and arriving at Lanzhou. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 38m.

How far is it from Beijing to Lanzhou?

The distance between Beijing and Lanzhou is 1706 km. The road distance is 1440.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Beijing to Lanzhou without a car is to train via West Railway Station North Square which takes 7h 2m and costs $97.83 - $114.13 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Beijing to Lanzhou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beijing to Lanzhou bus from?

Beijing to Lanzhou bus services, operated by Ctrip, depart from Beijing station.

Where do I catch the Beijing to Lanzhou train from?

Beijing to Lanzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Beijing West Station.

Train or bus from Beijing to Lanzhou?

The best way to get from Beijing to Lanzhou is to train via West Railway Station North Square which takes 7h 2m and costs $97.83 - $114.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $77.39 and takes 20h 30m.

Where does the Beijing to Lanzhou bus arrive?

Beijing to Lanzhou bus services, operated by Ctrip, arrive at Pingliang East station.

Where does the Beijing to Lanzhou train arrive?

Beijing to Lanzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Lanzhou West Station.

Can I drive from Beijing to Lanzhou?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Lanzhou is 1441 km. It takes approximately 14h 46m to drive from Beijing to Lanzhou.

Where can I stay near Lanzhou?

There are 48+ hotels available in Lanzhou. Prices start at $16.93 per night.
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