Facts about the transport from Urumqi to Xining
| Cheapest Transport | $38 |
| Fastest Transport | 9h 24m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 10:45 PM |
| Departures per day | 50 |
| Distance | 470 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | China Railway |
Urumqi to Xining
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Urumqi to Xining Destination Reviews
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Isolde MGreat experience, seats next to each other and window view would have been even better!
Urumqi to Xining, Train #D576 Second Class Seat, China Railway (中国铁路), Aug 25, 2025
Urumqi to Xining Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flight | Sichuan Airlines | Economy | 06:35 | 13:40 | $455.41 | |
Flight | Sichuan Airlines | Economy | 06:55 | 13:40 | $444.52 | |
Flight | China Eastern Airlines | Economy | 07:45 | 20:05 | $495.22 | |
Train | China Railway | Second Class Seat | 08:13 | 17:44 | $78.41 | |
Train | China Railway | Second Class Seat | 08:40 | 19:14 | $78.41 | |
Flight | China Southern Airlines | Economy | 09:00 | 15:10 | $932.78 | |
Flight | Sichuan Airlines | Economy | 09:20 | 09:45 | $171.12 | |
Flight | Sichuan Airlines | Economy | 10:05 | 10:25 | $180.45 | |
Train | China Railway | Second Class Seat | 11:18 | 21:24 | $78.41 | |
Train | China Railway | Second Class Seat | 12:57 | 22:09 | $78.41 | |
Flight | China Southern Airlines | Economy | 13:35 | 20:05 | $620.36 | |
Flight | Sichuan Airlines | Economy | 14:50 | 20:05 | $562.05 | |
Flight | China Eastern Airlines | Economy | 15:20 | 22:05 | $494.83 | |
Flight | Air China | Economy | 16:50 | 19:20 | $253.50 | |
Train | China Railway | Hard Sleeper | 18:28 | 10:01 | $56.12 | |
Train | China Railway | Soft Sleeper | 19:42 | 09:53 | $83.55 | |
Train | China Railway | Soft Sleeper | 20:03 | 10:15 | $83.55 | |
Train | China Railway | Soft Sleeper | 20:20 | 10:37 | $83.55 | |
Train | China Railway | Soft Sleeper | 21:05 | 11:07 | $83.55 | |
Train | China Railway | Soft Sleeper | 21:31 | 12:18 | $83.55 |
How to get from Urumqi to Xining
Travelling between Urumqi and Xining is possible by train. At the moment it is the only option available for this route.
How far is Urumqi from Xining?
Travelling by land the distance between Urumqi and Xining is 470 km while it is about 470 km as the crow flies.
How long does it take to get from Urumqi to Xining?
Travelling by train between Urumqi and Xining, expect to spend about 17 hours.
How much does it cost to get from Urumqi to Xining?
train tickets for Urumqi - Xining route will set you back about USD 128.05. To ensure the best price, buy tickets in advance.
How many trips per day are there between Urumqi and Xining?
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 50 departures a day.
Useful tips for travelling between Urumqi and Xining by train
To get from Urumqi to Xining your choice is limited to a single transportation option but it does not mean you cannot make your trip as comfortable as possible. Check our simple hints to avoid disappointment during your travel.
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Useful tips for railway travellers:- Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
- Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
- Do book train tickets in advance, especially if you need a lower berth.
How many travellers choose to get from Urumqi to Xining by train?
We have sold train tickets to 567 passengers. Some of them left reviews on their trip above on this page. Check travellers' reviews to get prepared. They are always the most useful and reliable source of information.
Transportation from Urumqi to Xining
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