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Five ways to Travel from Ulaanbaatar to Ürümqi

Composite routes from Ulaanbaatar to Ürümqi

Cheapest
30 h 39 min
Car
2311 km.
from $127
Other
2 d 12 h 35 min
1558 km.
from $163.83
46 h 6 min
1558 km.
from $115.61
2 d 13 h 20 min
1557 km.
from $173.12

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Khöshig Valley Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
8h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$869.57

Hainan

Website:
hainanairlines.com/
Plane from Khöshig Valley Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
8h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$304.35–$652.17

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Hohhot to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$28.26–$30.43

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Beijing West Station to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$97.83

Ulaanbaatar Railway

Phone:
+976-1900-1949
Email:
Website:
ubtz.mn/
Train from Ulaanbaatar to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
25h 1m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$130.43
Train from Ulaanbaatar to Choir
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.48–$13.04
Train from Choir to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
20h 23m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$130.43

China Railways T-Class

Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Hohhot East to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
31h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$83.71

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:
$130.43–$206.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi?

The cheapest way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi is to train which costs $47.83 - $239.13 and takes 2 days 12h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi?

The fastest way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi is to fly which takes 9h 39m and costs $315.22 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct train between Ulaanbaatar (State) and Ürümqi?

No, there is no direct train from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi. However, there are services departing from Ulaanbaatar and arriving at Ürümqi South via Hohhot, Hohhot East and Ürümqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

How far is it from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi?

The distance between Ulaanbaatar (State) and Ürümqi is 1619 km. The road distance is 2268.2 km.

How do I travel from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi without a car?

The best way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi without a car is to train via Beijing which takes 46h 6m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi?

It takes approximately 9h 39m to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi train from?

Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi train services, operated by China Railways, depart from Ulaanbaatar station.

Train or fly from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi?

The best way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi is to fly which takes 9h 39m and costs $315.22 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can train via Beijing, which costs $81.52 - $271.74 and takes 46h 6m.

What is the time difference between Ulaanbaatar (State) and Ürümqi?

Ürümqi is 2h behind Ulaanbaatar (State). It is currently 16:51 in Ulaanbaatar (State) and 14:51 in Ürümqi.

Where does the Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi train arrive?

Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi train services, operated by China Railways, arrive at Hohhot Station.

Can I drive from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi is 2268 km. It takes approximately 30h 22m to drive from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Ürümqi.

Where can I stay near Ürümqi?

There are 38+ hotels available in Ürümqi. Prices start at $17.88 per night.
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