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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Qingdao to Xining

Composite routes from Qingdao to Xining

Cheapest
7 h 29 min
Car
714 km.
from $39
Fastest
1 h 22 min
Plane
Other
26 h 28 min
1666 km.
from $63.72
17 h 14 min
1666 km.
from $202.41
22 h 56 min
Bus, Train
1665 km.
from $107.32

Transport providers

Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Website:
shenzhenair.com/
Plane from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$394.40

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.95–$508.90

Shandong Airlines

Website:
sda.cn/
Plane from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Xining
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$394.40

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Qingdao North to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
12h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.95–$159.03
Train from Lanzhou West to Xining
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.36–$15.27
Train from Xianyang West to Xining
Ave. Duration:
3h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.89–$55.98

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.09–$24.17
Train from Xianyang West to Xining
Ave. Duration:
5h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$82.70
Train from Qingdao North to Xuzhou
Ave. Duration:
4h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.90–$52.16

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Xuzhou to Xining
Ave. Duration:
18h 52m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.45–$63.61

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West to Xining
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.58–$13.99
Train from Xuzhou to Xining
Ave. Duration:
25h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.72–$69.97

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
bus@chinatrainguide.com
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Qingdao to Jinan
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.29

Jinan Bus Terminal

Website:
baike.baidu.com/item/济南长途汽车站/7315044?fr=aladdin
Bus from Jinan to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$47.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Qingdao to Xining is to train via Yunlong which costs $41.30 - $108.70 and takes 26h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Qingdao to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $141.30 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct train between Qingdao and Xining?

No, there is no direct train from Qingdao to Xining. However, there are services departing from Wusi Plaza and arriving at Xining via Qingdao North and Lanzhou West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 14m.

How far is it from Qingdao to Xining?

The distance between Qingdao and Xining is 1697 km. The road distance is 1949 km.

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

The best way to get from Qingdao to Xining without a car is to train which takes 17h 14m and costs $119.57 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Qingdao to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Qingdao to Xining train from?

Qingdao to Xining train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Qingdao North station.

Train or fly from Qingdao to Xining?

The best way to get from Qingdao to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $141.30 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $119.57 - $163.04 and takes 17h 14m.

What is the time difference between Qingdao and Xining?

It is currently 19:21 at both, Qingdao and Xining.

Where does the Qingdao to Xining train arrive?

Qingdao to Xining train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Lanzhou West station.

Can I drive from Qingdao to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Qingdao to Xining is 1949 km. It takes approximately 19h 53m to drive from Qingdao to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 31+ hotels available in Xining. Prices start at $12.20 per night.
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