What is the cheapest way to get from Dunhuang to Yining?

The cheapest way to get from Dunhuang to Yining is to train which costs ¥300 - ¥750 and takes 31h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunhuang to Yining?

The fastest way to get from Dunhuang to Yining is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs ¥2000 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Dunhuang and Yining?

No, there is no direct train from Dunhuang to Yining. However, there are services departing from Dunhuang and arriving at Yining East via Jiayuguan, Turpan and Ürümqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 9m.

How far is it from Dunhuang to Yining?

The distance between Dunhuang and Yining is 1197 km. The road distance is 1589.5 km.

How do I travel from Dunhuang to Yining without a car?

The best way to get from Dunhuang to Yining without a car is to train and taxi which takes 18h 1m and costs ¥480 - ¥900.

How long does it take to get from Dunhuang to Yining?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Dunhuang to Yining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunhuang to Yining train from?

Dunhuang to Yining train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, depart from Dunhuang station.

Train or fly from Dunhuang to Yining?

The best way to get from Dunhuang to Yining is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs ¥2000 - ¥6500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥300 - ¥750 and takes 31h 9m.

What is the time difference between Dunhuang and Yining?

Yining is 2h behind Dunhuang. It is currently 8:42 AM in Dunhuang and 6:42 AM in Yining.

Where does the Dunhuang to Yining train arrive?

Dunhuang to Yining train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, arrive at Jiayuguan station.

Can I drive from Dunhuang to Yining?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunhuang to Yining is 1589 km. It takes approximately 15h 51m to drive from Dunhuang to Yining.

Where can I stay near Yining?

There are 13+ hotels available in Yining.

Dunhuang to Yining - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dunhuang to Yining by plane, train, taxi, or car

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Fly to Yining Airport
best
1. Fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Yining Airport (YIN)plane DNH - YIN
6h 14m
¥2,024–6,029
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dunhuang to Jiayuguantrain
2. Take the train from Jiayuguan to Turfantrain
3. Take the train from Turpan to Ürümqi Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yining Easttrain
31h 9m
¥306–725
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Dunhuang to Guazhoutrain
2. Take the taxi from Guazhou to Liuyuantaxi
3. Take the train from Liuyuan to Shanshan Northtrain
4. Take the train from Shanshan North to Urumqi Stationtrain
5. Take the train from Ürümqi to Yiningtrain
18h 1m
¥489–884
Drive 1,589.5 km
1. Drive from Dunhuang to Yiningcar 1,589.5 km
15h 51m
¥1,337–1,931
Fly to Bole, taxi
1. Fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Bole (BPL)plane DNH - BPL
2. Take the taxi from Bole (BPL) to Yiningtaxi
8h 46m
¥1,131–4,701

Dunhuang (DNH) to Yining Airport (YIN) flights

29Weekly Planes

7h 57mAverage Duration

¥2,023Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,197.2 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Dunhuang, China and Yining, China?

China Eastern Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Yining Airport (YIN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunhuang Bus Station to Yining via Dunhuang train station, Dunhuang, Jiayuguan, Turpan, Ürümqi, and Yining East in around 31h 9m.

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