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

The cheapest way to get from Pyongyang to Beijing is to train via Dandong which costs ¥800 - ¥1100 and takes 16h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pyongyang to Beijing is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs ¥900 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Pyongyang and Beijing?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pyongyang and arriving at Beijing. Services depart four times a week. The journey takes approximately 24h 48m.

How far is it from Pyongyang to Beijing?

The distance between Pyongyang and Beijing is 836 km.

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

The best way to get from Pyongyang to Beijing without a car is to train via Dandong which takes 16h 5m and costs ¥800 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Pyongyang to Beijing, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pyongyang to Beijing train from?

Pyongyang to Beijing train services, operated by China Railways, depart from Pyongyang station.

Train or fly from Pyongyang to Beijing?

The best way to get from Pyongyang to Beijing is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs ¥900 - ¥2000. Alternatively, you can train via Dandong, which costs ¥800 - ¥1100 and takes 16h 5m.

What is the time difference between Pyongyang and Beijing?

Beijing is 1h behind Pyongyang. It is currently 3:08 PM in Pyongyang and 2:08 PM in Beijing.

Where does the Pyongyang to Beijing train arrive?

Pyongyang to Beijing train services, operated by China Railways, arrive at Dandong station.

Where can I stay near Beijing?

There are 1087+ hotels available in Beijing.

Pyongyang to Beijing - 3 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Pyongyang to Beijing by plane or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)plane FNJ - PEK
2h 58m
¥947–1,915
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pyongyang to Beijingtrain K27/K28
24h 48m
¥800–1,500
Train via Dandong
1. Take the train from Pyongyang to Dandongtrain
2. Take the train from Dandong to Tianjin West Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Tianjin West Station to Beijing Southtrain
16h 5m
¥812–1,045

Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) flights

1Weekly Planes

1h 55mAverage Duration

¥923Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 836.1 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Pyongyang, North Korea and Beijing, China?

Air China flies from Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) once a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pyongyang to Beijing South via Dandong and Tianjin West Station in around 16h 5m.

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