Urumqi to Xining

Urumqi to Xining

Urumqi
Xining
Tue, May 28
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$35
 
 
$149

Other Options

Urumqi to Xining Schedule

Urumqi to Xining Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TianJin Airlines Economy 07:40 - 23:45¥ 1,550
TianJin Airlines Economy 09:05 - 17:15¥ 1,044
China Railway Standing 11:18 - 21:24¥ 568
Hainan Airlines Economy 15:25 - 23:40¥ 1,830
Hainan Airlines Economy 17:30 - 12:25¥ 927
China Railway Hard Seat 19:42 - 09:53¥ 250
China Railway Hard Sleeper 21:10 - 11:07¥ 410
China Railway Hard Seat 22:52 - 15:47¥ 250

Transportation from Urumqi to Xining

Facts about the transport from Urumqi to Xining

Cheapest Transport$35
Fastest Transport2h 25m
Earliest Departure8:00 早上
Latest Departure10:52 晚上
Departures per day43
Distance2055 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChina Railway, Hainan Airlines, Okay Airways, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, TianJin Airlines

How to get from Urumqi to Xining

When you want to get from Urumqi to Xining, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 148.80. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 34.46.

How far is Urumqi from Xining?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Urumqi to Xining. Your trip will be a total of 1278 miles (2055 km). The flying distance is 1278 miles (2055 km).

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

The travel time from Urumqi to Xining can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 19 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Urumqi to Xining?

The cost of the trip from Urumqi to Xining varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is China Railway (中国铁路): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 34.46 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 148.80.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Urumqi to Xining:

  • Train tickets - USD 34.53 to USD 148.87;
  • Plane tickets - USD 144.18 to USD 181.05;

How many trips per day are there between Urumqi and Xining?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 43 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Urumqi to Xining. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 144.18.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Urumqi to Xining

Hainan Airlines, Okay Airways, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, TianJin Airlines

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Urumqi to Xining

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Urumqi to Xining? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.