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

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Chengdu is to train via West station which costs ¥138 - ¥141 and takes 14h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xining to Chengdu is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥1600 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct train between Xining and Chengdu?

No, there is no direct train from Xining to Chengdu. However, there are services departing from Xining and arriving at Tianfu Square via East station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

How far is it from Xining to Chengdu?

The distance between Xining and Chengdu is 732 km. The road distance is 945.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Xining to Chengdu without a car is to train via East station which takes 10h 7m and costs ¥280 - ¥900.

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

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

Where do I catch the Xining to Chengdu train from?

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

Train or fly from Xining to Chengdu?

The best way to get from Xining to Chengdu is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥1600 - ¥4600. Alternatively, you can train via East station, which costs ¥280 - ¥900 and takes 10h 7m.

Where does the Xining to Chengdu train arrive?

Xining to Chengdu train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Chengdu East station.

Can I drive from Xining to Chengdu?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Chengdu is 945 km. It takes approximately 12h 59m to drive from Xining to Chengdu.

Where can I stay near Chengdu?

There are 529+ hotels available in Chengdu.

Xining to Chengdu - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and subway

There are 6 ways to get from Xining to Chengdu by plane, train, car, or subway

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 Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Xining (XNN) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)XNN - CTU
3h 43m
¥1,626–4,530
Train via West station
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xining to Chengdu West stationXining
14h 53m
¥138–140
Train via East station
1. Take the train from Xining to Chengdu EastXining
10h 7m
¥288–855
Drive 945.5 km
1. Drive from Xining to Chengdu945.5 km
12h 59m
¥843–1,217
Fly to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, subway, line 1 subway
1. Fly from Xining (XNN) to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)XNN - TFU
2. Take the subway from Tianfu International Airport North to Century City
3. Take the subway from Century City to Luomashi
5h 7m
¥533–3,040
Train
1. Take the train from Xining to ChengduLhasa-Chengdu
14h 13m

Xining (XNN) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 30mAverage Duration

¥594Cheapest Price

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Distance: 732.3 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Tibet Airlines Corporation and Air China fly from Xining (XNN) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) 3 times a day. Alternatively, China Railways D-Class operates a train from Xining to Chengdu East twice daily. Tickets cost ¥286–850 and the journey takes 9h 52m.

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