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25 h 11 min
1867 km.
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Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia → Xining, China

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ulaanbaatar to Xining

Composite routes from Ulaanbaatar to Xining

Cheapest
25 h 11 min
Car
1867 km.
from $102
Other
2 d 1 h 19 min
1322 km.
from $123.83
35 h 53 min
Train, Bus
1320 km.
from $259.47
47 h 19 min
1322 km.
from $71.02

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Air China
Website
Air China
Website
11h 5m
Every day
$173.91–$652.17
Train operators
Found: 6
China Railways G-Class
Website
China Railways Z-Class
Website
Ulaanbaatar Railway
Website
China Railways K-Class
Website
China Railways T-Class
Website
China Railways
Website
China Railways G-Class
Website
10h 13m
Once daily
$108.70–$125.00
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways Z-Class
Website
2h 25m
Every 4 hours
$7.07–$11.96
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Ulaanbaatar Railway
Website
14h 3m
3 times a week
$9.24–$69.15
+976-1900-1949
+976-1900-1949
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
China Railways K-Class
Website
2h 52m
3 times a day
$4.02–$11.96
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways T-Class
Website
2h 32m
Once daily
$5.98–$17.39
China Railways
Website
25h 34m
Twice a week
$130.43–$206.52
86-010-12306
86-010-12306
Call
Bus operators
Found: 1
China Bus Guide
Website
China Bus Guide
Website
9h
4 times a day
$24.40
[email protected]
Contact via email

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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