What is the cheapest way to get from Beijing to Xining?

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Xining is to train which costs ¥800 - ¥900 and takes 10h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beijing to Xining?

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Xining?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Beijing West Station station and arriving at Xining. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Beijing to Xining?

The distance between Beijing and Xining is 1381 km. The road distance is 1626.6 km.

How do I travel from Beijing to Xining without a car?

The best way to get from Beijing to Xining without a car is to train which takes 10h 13m and costs ¥800 - ¥900.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Beijing to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beijing to Xining train from?

Beijing to Xining train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Beijing West Station.

Train or fly from Beijing to Xining?

The best way to get from Beijing to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥800 - ¥900 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Beijing to Xining train arrive?

Beijing to Xining train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Xining station.

Can I drive from Beijing to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Xining is 1627 km. It takes approximately 16h 38m to drive from Beijing to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 24+ hotels available in Xining.

Beijing to Xining - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Beijing to Xining by plane, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport
best
1. Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Xining (XNN)PEK - XNN
5h 24m
¥1,746–2,646
Train to Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Zhengding Airport
2. Fly from Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW) to Xining (XNN)SJW - XNN
5h 43m
¥762–2,181
Train
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to XiningBeijing
10h 13m
¥800–900
Drive 1,626.6 km
1. Drive from Beijing to Xining1,626.6 km
16h 38m
¥1,457–2,105
Train to Beijing Daxing International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Beijing West to Beijing Daxing Airport
2. Fly from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Xining (XNN)PKX - XNN
5h 29m
Train via Haidong
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to LeduBeijing West
2. Take the train from Ledu to XiningBeijing West
23h 4m

Beijing to Xining by train

7Weekly Trains

10h 13mAverage Duration

¥800Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 1,380.9 km
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Beijing, China and Xining, China?

Air China, Shandong Airlines, and Hainan fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Xining (XNN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, China Railways G-Class operates a train from Beijing West Station to Xining once daily. Tickets cost ¥800–900 and the journey takes 10h 13m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines