Datong to Xian

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Datong to Xian Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Flight	China Eastern Airlines	Economy	07:00	19:00	$756.96
Train	China Railway	First Class Seat	11:05	15:45	$69.73
Flight	China Eastern Airlines	Economy	12:10	23:05	$666.34
Train	China Railway	First Class Seat	12:30	17:13	$69.73
Flight	China Eastern Airlines	Economy	13:25	22:25	$748.14
Train	China Railway	Standing	14:48	05:31	$22.97
Train	China Railway	First Class Seat	16:25	21:18	$69.73
Flight	China Eastern Airlines	Economy	17:40	23:50	$608.26
Train	China Railway	First Class Seat	18:06	22:51	$64.36
Flight	Juneyao Airlines	Economy	20:35	10:40	$1,360.74

How to get from Datong to Xian

When you want to get from Datong to Xian, 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 Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 44.15. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 27.44.

How far is Datong from Xian?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Datong to Xian. Your trip will be a total of 459 miles (737 km). The flying distance is 4007 miles (6446 km).

How long does it take to get from Datong to Xian?

The travel time from Datong to Xian can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 15 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Datong to Xian?

The cost of the trip from Datong to Xian 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 27.44 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 44.15.

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

Train tickets - USD 27.44 to USD 44.15;
flight price: USD 380.04. From Datong to Xian starting from 11:20 Datong Airport until 11:20 Datong Airport

How many trips per day are there between Datong and Xian?

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

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 3 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

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 Datong to Xian

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Datong to Xian? 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.

Transportation from Datong to Xian

Trains

$ 27.44
Flights

$ 380.04
Buses are not available
Ferries are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Datong to Xian

Cheapest Transport	$28
Fastest Transport	7h 35m
Earliest Departure	11:20 中午
Latest Departure	2:48 下午
Departures per day	3
Distance	737 kilometers
Transport Companies	China Eastern Airlines, China Railway