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Almaty, Kazakhstan → Xi'an, China

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Five ways to Travel from Almaty to Xi'an

Composite routes from Almaty to Xi'an

Cheapest
36 h 2 min
Car
3504 km.
from $192
Other
46 h 23 min
Bus, Train
2925 km.
from $91.80
41 h 40 min
2924 km.
from $157.57
2 d 12 h
Bus, Train
2925 km.
from $200.49
47 h 37 min
Bus, Train
2925 km.
from $141.53

Transport providers

Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Website:
csair.com/
Plane from Almaty International Airport to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.26–$825.74

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:
$39.38–$43.19
Train from Yinchuan to Xian
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.19–$47.00

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:
$27.95–$69.87

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Yining to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.49–$43.19

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Ürümqi to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
25h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.30–$95.28

China Railways T-Class

Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Ürümqi to Yinchuan
Ave. Duration:
22h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.95–$69.87

Kazakhstan Railways (Commuter Trains)

Phone:
1433
Email:
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Almaty 1 to Kerimagash
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.02

Bus operators

Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal

Phone:
+7 727 396-70-63
Website:
ma-sairan.kz/
Bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.51–$62.25

Ctrip

Phone:
400-830-6666
Website:
ctrip.com/
Bus from Urumqi to Pingliang
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$100.89

Trip 8080

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Pingliang West to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.38

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Xi'an is to bus and train which costs $43.48 - $141.30 and takes 46h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Xi'an is to fly which takes 8h and costs $173.91 - $706.52 .

How far is it from Almaty to Xi'an?

The distance between Almaty and Xi'an is 2950 km. The road distance is 3505.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Xi'an without a car is to bus and train via Lanzhou which takes 2 days 12h and costs $141.30 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Almaty to Xi'an, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Almaty and Xi'an?

Xi'an is 3h ahead of Almaty. It is currently 16:37 in Almaty and 19:37 in Xi'an.

Can I drive from Almaty to Xi'an?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Xi'an is 3505 km. It takes approximately 36h 11m to drive from Almaty to Xi'an.

Which airlines fly from Almaty International Airport Airport to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport Airport?

China Southern Airlines offers flights from Almaty International Airport Airport to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport Airport.

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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