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

The cheapest way to get from Dalian to Xining is to bus and train which costs ¥350 - ¥800 and takes 39h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dalian to Xining is to fly which takes 8h 17m and costs ¥600 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct train between Dalian and Xining?

No, there is no direct train from Dalian to Xining. However, there are services departing from Zhongchang Street and arriving at Xining via Dalian North, Tianjin West and Shijiazhuang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 13m.

How far is it from Dalian to Xining?

The distance between Dalian and Xining is 1774 km. The road distance is 2444.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dalian to Xining without a car is to train which takes 18h 13m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Dalian to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dalian to Xining train from?

Dalian to Xining train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Dalian North station.

Train or fly from Dalian to Xining?

The best way to get from Dalian to Xining is to fly which takes 8h 17m and costs ¥600 - ¥2200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1100 - ¥1400 and takes 18h 13m.

Where does the Dalian to Xining train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dalian to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Dalian to Xining is 2445 km. It takes approximately 24h 48m to drive from Dalian to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 26+ hotels available in Xining.

Dalian to Xining - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Dalian to Xining by plane, train, bus, 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 to Xining
best
1. Fly from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Xining (XNN)plane DLC - XNN
8h 17m
¥624–2,126
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dalian Jianshejie Bus terminal to Beijing Stationbus
2. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Ledutrain
3. Take the train from Ledu to Xiningtrain
39h 40m
¥350–799
Train
1. Take the train from Dalian North to Tianjin Westtrain
2. Take the train from Tianjin West to Shijiazhuangtrain
3. Take the train from Shijiazhuang to Xiningtrain
18h 13m
¥1,193–1,354
Bus, train via Pingliang
1. Take the bus from Dalian to Beijing Bawangfenbus
2. Take the bus from Beijing to Pingliang Eastbus
3. Take the bus from Pingliang West to Lanzhoubus
4. Take the train from Lanzhou West to Xiningtrain
36h 53m
¥849–1,088
Drive 2,444.7 km
1. Drive from Dalian to Xiningcar 2,444.7 km
24h 48m
¥2,156–3,114
Fly to Lanzhou, bus, train
1. Fly from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Lanzhou (LHW)plane DLC - LHW
2. Take the bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental Hotelbus
3. Take the train from Lanzhou West to Xiningtrain
9h 27m
¥1,261–3,785
Train via Baoding
1. Take the train from Dalian North Station to Tianjintrain
2. Take the train from Tianjin Station to Baoding Easttrain
3. Take the train from Baoding East to Xiningtrain
18h 33m
¥1,183–1,335

Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Xining (XNN) flights

28Weekly Planes

7h 6mAverage Duration

¥644Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,774.4 km
Duration: 8h 17m

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

Air China, China Southern Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Xining (XNN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Zhongchang Street to Xining via Dalian North, Dalian North, Tianjin West, and Shijiazhuang in around 18h 13m.

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