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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Xining to Ulaanbaatar

Composite routes from Xining to Ulaanbaatar

Cheapest
42 h 13 min
Car
3444 km.
from $189
Other
2 d 12 h 2 min
1320 km.
from $129.33
38 h 58 min
Train, Bus
1320 km.
from $421.14
2 d 6 min
1322 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Xining to Khöshig
Ave. Duration:
17h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$699.74

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xi'an North to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$78.88–$86.51
Train from Xining to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.99–$15.90

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Minghe
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.27–$15.27
Train from Minghe South to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$76.34
Train from Xining to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.72–$25.45

Ulaanbaatar Railway

Phone:
+976-1900-1949
Email:
ubtz@ubtz.mn
Website:
ubtz.mn/
Train from Zamyn Uud to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
15h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.81–$80.94
Train from Hohhot Station to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
36h 26m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$17.81–$152.67

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Jining
Ave. Duration:
23h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.90–$58.52
Train from Xining to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.71–$13.99

China Railways

Phone:
86-010-12306
Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Zamyn Uud to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
12h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$127.23–$203.56
Train from Jining South Station to Erlian
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Train from Erlian to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
16h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$127.23–$203.56
Train from Lanzhou West to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
19h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$41.98
Train from Hohhot Station to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
36h 51m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$152.67–$241.73

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
bus@chinatrainguide.com
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Beijing Xinfadi to Erenhot
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.90

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Ulaanbaatar is to train which costs $34.78 - $195.65 and takes 2 days 12h.

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

The fastest way to get from Xining to Ulaanbaatar is to fly which takes 16h 46m and costs $163.04 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct train between Xining and Ulaanbaatar?

No, there is no direct train from Xining to Ulaanbaatar. However, there are services departing from Xining and arriving at Ulaanbaatar via Jining South Station and Erlian. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Xining to Ulaanbaatar?

The distance between Xining and Ulaanbaatar is 1376 km. The road distance is 1926.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Xining to Ulaanbaatar without a car is to train via Erenhot which takes 2 days 0h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 16h 46m to get from Xining to Ulaanbaatar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xining to Ulaanbaatar train from?

Xining to Ulaanbaatar train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, depart from Xining station.

Train or fly from Xining to Ulaanbaatar?

The best way to get from Xining to Ulaanbaatar is to fly which takes 16h 46m and costs $163.04 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can train via Erenhot, which costs and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Xining to Ulaanbaatar train arrive?

Xining to Ulaanbaatar train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, arrive at Jining South station.

Can I drive from Xining to Ulaanbaatar?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Ulaanbaatar is 1927 km. It takes approximately 25h 35m to drive from Xining to Ulaanbaatar.

Where can I stay near Ulaanbaatar?

There are 234+ hotels available in Ulaanbaatar. Prices start at $48.14 per night.
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