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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Xi'an to Xining

Composite routes from Xi'an to Xining

Cheapest
8 h 40 min
Car
848 km.
from $46
Other
7 h 23 min
Bus, Train
698 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Website:
shenzhenair.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$130.43

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$228.26

Hainan

Website:
hainanairlines.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$173.91

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:
$44.57–$48.91

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xi'an North to Xining
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$31.52–$76.09

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Xi'an to Xining
Ave. Duration:
9h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.04–$29.35

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xi'an to Xining
Ave. Duration:
12h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$30.43

Xi'an Metro

Website:
travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/xian/transportation/subway.htm
Train from Xingzheng Zhongxin to North
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.26–$0.82

Bus operators

Xi'an Lintong Transportation

Bus from Xi'an Middle School to Xian
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Qinghai Airport

Website:
travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/qinghai/xining/airport.htm
Bus from Xining station to Xining
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.85
Bus from Xining Airport to Yinlong
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Xining?

The cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Xining is to train which costs $11.96 - $31.52 and takes 11h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xi'an to Xining?

The fastest way to get from Xi'an to Xining is to line 4 subway and fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $70.65 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct train between Xi'an and Xining?

No, there is no direct train from Xi'an to Xining. However, there are services departing from Shi Tushuguan and arriving at Xining via Xi'an North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Xi'an to Xining?

The distance between Xi'an and Xining is 757 km. The road distance is 834.4 km.

How do I travel from Xi'an to Xining without a car?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Xining without a car is to train via Xi'an North which takes 5h 28m and costs $31.52 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Xi'an to Xining?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Xi'an to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xi'an to Xining train from?

Xi'an to Xining train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Xi'an North station.

Where does the Xi'an to Xining train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Xi'an to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Xi'an to Xining is 834 km. It takes approximately 8h 38m to drive from Xi'an 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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