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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ürümqi to Xining

Composite routes from Ürümqi to Xining

Cheapest
17 h 33 min
Car
1738 km.
from $95
Other
21 h 30 min
1438 km.
from $79.91
32 h 59 min
1438 km.
from $88.59

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$434.78

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$402.17

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$423.91

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West to Xining
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.41–$13.04

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.33–$20.65

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Ürümqi South to Malan
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Ürümqi to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
16h 51m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$65.22
Train from Lanzhou to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.07–$11.96

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.02–$11.96
Train from Malan to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
25h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$76.09
Train from Lanzhou West to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.91–$11.96

China Railways T-Class

Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Lanzhou to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.98–$17.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ürümqi to Xining is to train which costs $31.52 - $97.83 and takes 21h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ürümqi to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $141.30 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct train between Ürümqi and Xining?

No, there is no direct train from Ürümqi to Xining. However, there are services departing from Ürümqi South and arriving at Xining via Ürümqi and Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 30m.

How far is it from Ürümqi to Xining?

The distance between Ürümqi and Xining is 1542 km. The road distance is 1745.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Xining without a car is to train which takes 21h 30m and costs $31.52 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Ürümqi to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ürümqi to Xining train from?

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

Train or fly from Ürümqi to Xining?

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $141.30 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $31.52 - $97.83 and takes 21h 30m.

What is the time difference between Ürümqi and Xining?

Xining is 2h ahead of Ürümqi. It is currently 17:24 in Ürümqi and 19:24 in Xining.

Where does the Ürümqi to Xining train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ürümqi to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Ürümqi to Xining is 1746 km. It takes approximately 18h 55m to drive from Ürümqi to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 31+ hotels available in Xining. Prices start at $12.20 per night.
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