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

The cheapest way to get from Taiyuan to Xining is to train which costs ¥120 - ¥340 and takes 14h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taiyuan to Xining is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥1100 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct train between Taiyuan and Xining?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taiyuan and arriving at Xining. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 56m.

How far is it from Taiyuan to Xining?

The distance between Taiyuan and Xining is 993 km. The road distance is 1179.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Taiyuan to Xining without a car is to train via Xi'an which takes 9h 6m and costs ¥410 - ¥1000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Taiyuan to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taiyuan to Xining train from?

Taiyuan to Xining train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Taiyuan South station.

Train or fly from Taiyuan to Xining?

The best way to get from Taiyuan to Xining is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥1100 - ¥3300. Alternatively, you can train via Xi'an, which costs ¥410 - ¥1000 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Taiyuan to Xining train arrive?

Taiyuan to Xining train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Xi'an North station.

Can I drive from Taiyuan to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Taiyuan to Xining is 1180 km. It takes approximately 12h 8m to drive from Taiyuan to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 24+ hotels available in Xining.

Taiyuan to Xining - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Taiyuan 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
best
1. Fly from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN) to Xining (XNN)TYN - XNN
3h 43m
¥1,158–3,264
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taiyuan to XiningBeijing West
14h 56m
¥120–340
Train via Xi'an
1. Take the train from Taiyuan South to Xi'an NorthTaiyuan South / ...
2. Take the train from Xi'an North to XiningXi'an North
9h 6m
¥414–960
Drive 1,179.6 km
1. Drive from Taiyuan to Xining1,179.6 km
12h 8m
¥1,056–1,525
Train #2
1. Take the train from Taiyuan to JiaochengBeijing West
2. Take the train from Jiaocheng to XiningBeijing West
16h 45m
¥148–420

Taiyuan to Xining by train

7Weekly Trains

9h 6mAverage Duration

¥414Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 992.7 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Air China flies from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN) to Xining (XNN) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Taiyuan to Xining via Taiyuan South and Xi'an North in around 9h 6m.

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