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

The cheapest way to get from Moscow to Xining is to fly which costs ¥1700 - ¥6000 and takes 13h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Moscow to Xining is to fly which takes 13h 30m and costs ¥1700 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Moscow and Xining?

No, there is no direct train from Moscow to Xining. However, there are services departing from Kazansky Railway Terminal and arriving at Xining via Krasnoiarsk, Pyongyang, Shenyang and Baoding East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9 days 11h.

How far is it from Moscow to Xining?

The distance between Moscow and Xining is 5246 km. The road distance is 6084.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Moscow to Xining without a car is to train which takes 9 days 11h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 13h 30m to get from Moscow to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Moscow to Xining train from?

Moscow to Xining train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Kazansky Railway Terminal station.

Train or fly from Moscow to Xining?

The best way to get from Moscow to Xining is to fly which takes 13h 30m and costs ¥1700 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 9 days 11h.

What is the time difference between Moscow and Xining?

Xining is 5h ahead of Moscow. It is currently 11:52 AM in Moscow and 4:52 PM in Xining.

Where does the Moscow to Xining train arrive?

Moscow to Xining train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Krasnoiarsk station.

Can I drive from Moscow to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Moscow to Xining is 6085 km. It takes approximately 3 days 1h to drive from Moscow to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 25+ hotels available in Xining.

Moscow to Xining - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Moscow to Xining by plane, train, or car

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Fly from Sheremetyevo International Airport
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1. Fly from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Xining (XNN)plane SVO - XNN
13h 30m
¥1,752–5,560
Train
1. Take the train from Kazansky Railway Terminal to Krasnoiarsktrain
2. Take the train from Krasnoiarsk to Pyongyangtrain
3. Take the train from Pyongyang to Shenyangtrain
4. Take the train from Shenyang to Baoding Easttrain
5. Take the train from Baoding East to Xiningtrain
9d 11h
Drive 6,084.6 km
1. Drive from Moscow to Xiningcar 6,084.6 km
3d 1h
¥5,142–7,427
Fly from Moscow Vnukovo
1. Fly from Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) to Xining (XNN)plane VKO - XNN
16h 15m
¥2,532–6,545

Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Xining (XNN) flights

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13h 1mAverage Duration

¥1,787Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,245.9 km
Duration: 13h 30m

What companies run services between Moscow, Russia and Xining, China?

China Southern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Xining (XNN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kazansky Railway Terminal to Xining via Krasnoiarsk, Pyongyang, Shenyang, and Baoding East in around 9d 11h.

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