What is the cheapest way to get from Xining to Yan’an?

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Yan’an is to train and bus which costs ¥140 - ¥380 and takes 17h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xining to Yan’an?

The fastest way to get from Xining to Yan’an is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs ¥1600 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct train between Xining and Yan’an?

No, there is no direct train from Xining to Yan’an. However, there are services departing from Xining and arriving at Yan'an via Bei Kezhan, Beidajie and Xi'an. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Xining to Yan’an?

The distance between Xining and Yan’an is 709 km. The road distance is 886.2 km.

How do I travel from Xining to Yan’an without a car?

The best way to get from Xining to Yan’an without a car is to train via Xi'an which takes 9h 45m and costs ¥270 - ¥700.

How long does it take to get from Xining to Yan’an?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Xining to Yan’an, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xining to Yan’an train from?

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

Train or fly from Xining to Yan’an?

The best way to get from Xining to Yan’an is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs ¥1600 - ¥4900. Alternatively, you can train via Xi'an, which costs ¥270 - ¥700 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Xining to Yan’an train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Xining to Yan’an?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Yan’an is 886 km. It takes approximately 9h 8m to drive from Xining to Yan’an.

Where can I stay near Yan’an?

There are 15+ hotels available in Yan’an.

Xining to Yan’an - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Xining to Yan’an by plane, train, bus, 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 Xining (XNN) to Yan'An Nanniwan Airport (ENY)plane XNN - ENY
3h 24m
¥1,638–4,842
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xining to Suidetrain Xining
2. Take the train from Suide to Yan'antrain Xi'an
16h 54m
¥130–350
Train via Xi'an
1. Take the train from Xining to Xi'an Northtrain Xining
2. Take the train from Xi'an to Yan'antrain Xi'an
9h 45m
¥277–696
Train, bus via Shangchuankou
1. Take the train from Xining to Minghe Southtrain
2. Take the train from Minghe South to Xi'an Northtrain
3. Take the bus from Xi'an North Bus Station to Yan’anbus
10h 31m
¥323–721
Drive 886.2 km
1. Drive from Xining to Yan’ancar 886.2 km
9h 8m
¥757–1,094
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Xining to Xi'antrain Lhasa / ...
2. Take the bus from Xi'an North Bus Station to Yan’anbus
17h 11m
¥149–372

Xining to Yan’an by train

7Weekly Trains

16h 54mAverage Duration

¥130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 708.6 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Xining, China and Yan’an, China?

Beijing Capital flies from Xining (XNN) to Yan'An Nanniwan Airport (ENY) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Xining to Yan'an via Xi'an North, Bei Kezhan, Beidajie, Wulukou, and Xi'an in around 9h 45m.

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