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

Composite routes from Lanzhou to Xi'an

Cheapest
5 h 44 min
Car
548 km.
from $30
Other
6 h 36 min
Bus, Plane
501 km.
from $137.39
5 h 49 min
Bus, Plane
501 km.
from $161.66

Transport providers

Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Website:
shenzhenair.com/
Plane from Xining to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$152.67

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Lanzhou to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$216.28
Plane from Xining to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.70–$267.17

Spring Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Lanzhou to Ankang
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$45.80–$127.23

Hainan

Website:
hainanairlines.com/
Plane from Xining to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.34–$203.56

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.44–$43.26

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$69.97
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Xining
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.09–$24.17

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Lanzhou to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.72–$24.68

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
9h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$26.72

Lanzhou Rail Transit

Phone:
+86-0931-5161111
Website:
lzgdjt.com/lzgd/
Train from Dongfanghong Square to West
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes

Bus operators

Ctrip

Phone:
400-830-6666
Website:
ctrip.com/
Bus from Gansu Lanzhou to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.17

Lanzhou Airport Transportation

Phone:
0931-96556
Website:
travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/gansu/lanzhou/airport.htm
Bus from Oriental Hotel to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.76

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lanzhou to Xi'an is to train which costs $8.70 - $22.83 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanzhou to Xi'an is to train via West Railway Station North Square which takes 3h 8m and costs $23.91 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Lanzhou and Xi'an?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanzhou to Xi'an. However, there are services departing from Gansu Lanzhou and arriving at CityOn Shopping Center via City West Bus Station and Xi An Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Lanzhou to Xi'an. However, there are services departing from Dongfanghong Square and arriving at Shi Tushuguan via Lanzhou West Station and Bei Kezhan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Lanzhou to Xi'an?

The distance between Lanzhou and Xi'an is 578 km. The road distance is 610.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lanzhou to Xi'an without a car is to train via West Railway Station North Square which takes 3h 8m and costs $23.91 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Lanzhou to Xi'an, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanzhou to Xi'an bus from?

Lanzhou to Xi'an bus services, operated by Ctrip, depart from Gansu Lanzhou station.

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

Lanzhou to Xi'an train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Lanzhou West Station.

Train or bus from Lanzhou to Xi'an?

The best way to get from Lanzhou to Xi'an is to train via West Railway Station North Square which takes 3h 8m and costs $23.91 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $37.43 and takes 10h 3m.

Where does the Lanzhou to Xi'an bus arrive?

Lanzhou to Xi'an bus services, operated by Ctrip, arrive at Xi'an station.

Where does the Lanzhou to Xi'an train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lanzhou to Xi'an?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanzhou to Xi'an is 610 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Lanzhou to Xi'an.

Where can I stay near Xi'an?

There are 397+ hotels available in Xi'an. Prices start at $21.62 per night.
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