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

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Gansu is to train via Lanzhou which costs ¥45 - ¥130 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xining to Gansu is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥80 - ¥160.

Is there a direct train between Xining and Gansu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Xining and arriving at Lanzhou. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Xining to Gansu?

The distance between Xining and Gansu is 196 km. The road distance is 217.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Xining to Gansu without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥80 - ¥160.

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

The train from Xining to Lanzhou takes 1h 57m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Xining to Gansu train from?

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

Where does the Xining to Gansu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Xining to Gansu?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Gansu is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Xining to Gansu.

Where can I stay near Gansu?

There are 50+ hotels available in Gansu.

Xining to Gansu - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Xining to Gansu by train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Xining to LanzhouXining
1h 57m
¥80–160
Train via Lanzhou
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xining to LanzhouLhasa / ...
3h 1m
¥45–130
Drive 217.2 km
1. Drive from Xining to Lanzhou217.2 km
2h 35m
¥192–277
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Xining to Lanzhou217.2 km
2h 35m
¥340–410
Train via Shangchuankou
1. Take the train from Xining to Minghe SouthXining
2. Take the train from Minghe South to Lanzhou West StationXi'an North / ...
2h 23m
¥106–169

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 196.2 km
Duration: 1h 57m

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

China Railways D-Class operates a train from Xining to Lanzhou twice daily. Tickets cost ¥80–160 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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