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41 h 53 min
3547 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Ulaanbaatar to Xining

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Cheapest
By car (3 547 km)
41 h 53 min
3547 km.
from $195
Other
Train
2 d 1 h 19 min
1322 km.
from $123.83
Train, Bus
35 h 53 min
1320 km.
from $259.47
Train via Lanzhou
47 h 19 min
1322 km.
from $71.02

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Khöshig Valley Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.26–$762.22

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Beijing West to Xining
Ave. Duration:
10h 13m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.04–$146.09

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Lanzhou to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.26–$13.97

Ulaanbaatar Railway

Phone:
+976-1900-1949
Email:
Website:
ubtz.mn/
Train from Ulaanbaatar to Erenhot
Ave. Duration:
14h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.80–$80.82
Train from Ulaanbaatar to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
25h 1m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$17.79–$152.44

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:
$4.70–$13.97
Train from Hohhot East to Xining
Ave. Duration:
21h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.60–$54.63

China Railways T-Class

Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Lanzhou to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.99–$20.33

China Railways

Phone:
86-010-12306
Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Ulaanbaatar to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
25h 34m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$152.44–$241.37
Train from Hohhot to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.06–$41.92

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Erenhot to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$28.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ulaanbaatar to Xining is to train which costs $34.78 - $184.78 and takes 2 days 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulaanbaatar to Xining is to fly which takes 11h 5m and costs $184.78 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct train between Ulaanbaatar and Xining?

No, there is no direct train from Ulaanbaatar to Xining. However, there are services departing from Ulaanbaatar and arriving at Xining via Hohhot and Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 19m.

How far is it from Ulaanbaatar to Xining?

The distance between Ulaanbaatar and Xining is 1375 km. The road distance is 1936.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulaanbaatar to Xining without a car is to train and bus which takes 35h 53m and costs $141.30 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 5m to get from Ulaanbaatar to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulaanbaatar to Xining train from?

Ulaanbaatar to Xining train services, operated by China Railways, depart from Ulaanbaatar station.

Train or fly from Ulaanbaatar to Xining?

The best way to get from Ulaanbaatar to Xining is to fly which takes 11h 5m and costs $184.78 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can train via Lanzhou, which costs $34.78 - $184.78 and takes 47h 19m.

Where does the Ulaanbaatar to Xining train arrive?

Ulaanbaatar to Xining train services, operated by China Railways, arrive at Hohhot Station.

Can I drive from Ulaanbaatar to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulaanbaatar to Xining is 1936 km. It takes approximately 25h 51m to drive from Ulaanbaatar 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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