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Xining to Dunhuang

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933 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Xining to Dunhuang

Composite routes from Xining to Dunhuang

Cheapest
10 h 25 min
Car
933 km.
from $51
Other
10 h 25 min
Rideshare
933 km.
from $12.17
17 h 56 min
730 km.
from $50.63
17 h 38 min
Train, Bus
728 km.
from $76.22

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Xining to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$103.26–$347.83

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Xining to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$239.13

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$13.59

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Minghe
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$13.04
Train from Minghe South to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$10.87
Train from Xining to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$21.74

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West to Jiuquan
Ave. Duration:
9h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$32.43
Train from Xining to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.02–$11.96
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
13h 32m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$38.04

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Dunhuang is to train which costs $19.57 - $65.22 and takes 17h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xining to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs $65.22 - $250 .

Is there a direct flight between Xining and Dunhuang?

Yes, there are direct flights between Xining and Dunhuang; these take 1h 40m and cost $65.22 - $239.13 .

How far is it from Xining to Dunhuang?

The distance between Xining and Dunhuang is 793 km. The road distance is 928 km.

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

The best way to get from Xining to Dunhuang without a car is to train and bus which takes 17h 38m and costs $39.13 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Xining to Dunhuang, including transfers.

Train or fly from Xining to Dunhuang?

The best way to get from Xining to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs $65.22 - $250 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $19.57 - $65.22 and takes 17h 56m.

Can I drive from Xining to Dunhuang?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Dunhuang is 928 km. It takes approximately 10h 37m to drive from Xining to Dunhuang.

Where can I stay near Dunhuang?

There are 11+ hotels available in Dunhuang. Prices start at $39.16 per night.
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