Beijing to Xining

Beijing to Xining

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$38
 
 
$415

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Beijing to Xining Schedule

Beijing to Xining Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Air China Economy #CA126707:40 - 10:10¥ 2,688
China Railway Business Class 08:13 - 18:29¥ 2,832
China Eastern Airlines Economy #MU242811:55 - 14:25¥ 818
China Railway Hard Sleeper 13:05 - 10:38¥ 474
China Railway Soft Sleeper 15:59 - 14:25¥ 786
China Southern Airlines Economy #CZ892117:55 - 20:30¥ 2,495
China Railway Soft Sleeper 19:53 - 14:59¥ 657
China Eastern Airlines Economy 21:30 - 09:10¥ 1,081
China Eastern Airlines Economy 23:20 - 11:25¥ 2,351

Transportation from Beijing to Xining

Facts about the transport from Beijing to Xining

Cheapest Transport$38
Fastest Transport2h 25m
Earliest Departure8:13 AM
Latest Departure7:53 PM
Departures per day15
Distance1103 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBeijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Railway

How to get from Beijing to Xining

When you want to get from Beijing 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 Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 414.23. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 37.58.

How far is Beijing from Xining?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Beijing to Xining. Your trip will be a total of 686 miles (1103 km). The flying distance is 1278 miles (2055 km).

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

The travel time from Beijing to Xining can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 23 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Beijing 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 37.58 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 414.23.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 37.58 to USD 364.31;
  • Plane tickets - USD 144.09 to USD 414.18;

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 12 trains per day.
  • Flights from Beijing to Xining depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Beijing 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 144.09.

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 Beijing to Xining

Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern 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 Beijing to Xining

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Beijing 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.