Turpan to Xining by train
Xining lies 1,282 km (797 mi) south-east of Turpan, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 42 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,564 km (972 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Turpan | Xining | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 273,385 | 2.5 million |
| Elevation | 41 m (135 ft) | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Turpan North railway station, Daheyan Railway Station, Qiquanhu Railway Station | Xining railway station, Xining West railway station, Datongxi Railway Station |
Clocks in Xining are 2 h ahead of Turpan right now, so a 6 h 42 min journey lands 8 h 42 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book trains from Turpan to Xining
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Staying in Xining
Our booking partner lists 48 places to stay in Xining. Of the 42 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (25), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 278 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Xining from Turpan?
1,282 km (797 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Turpan; by road roughly 1,564 km (972 mi).
How long does it take to get from Turpan to Xining by train?
About 6 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Turpan and Xining?
Xining is 2 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Shanghai against Asia/Urumqi).
Where can I stay in Xining?
Our booking partner lists 48 places to stay in Xining, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.