Lanzhou - Dunhuang Train

Around 2 pairs of high speed trains and 2 normal speed trains are in service between Lanzhou and Dunhuang daily. They finish the 1,110 kilometers’ distance (690 miles) in 7.5 - 9 hours and 13.5 - 14.5 hours respectively. It costs around CNY 324 for a second class seat and CNY 247.5 - 261.5 for a hard sleeper.
  Duration: 7.5 - 9 hours
 Top Speed: 250 km/h (155 mph)
 Operated at: Lanzhou West Railway Station, Dunhuang Railway Station
 Stations along the way: Minhe South, Haidong, Xining, Menyuan, Minle, Zhangye West, Gaotai South, Jiuquan South, Jiayuguan South, Yumen, Guazhou
 (Last Update on Jan 13, 2025)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
D2749	10:55 - 19:42	8h47m
D2737	13:47 - 21:24	7h37m

See more Lanzhou Schedule
 (Last Update on Jan 13, 2025)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
D2759	07:26 - 14:48	7h22m
D2739	08:40 - 16:00	7h20m

See more Dunhaung Schedule

Note: The above timetable is for reference only. Please search for the real-time schedule via the search box on page top. 
 (Last Update on Jan 13, 2025)

First Class Seat	Second Class Seat
CNY 518 USD 71	CNY 324 USD 45

 

Duration: 13.5 - 14.5 hours
Distance: 1,110 kilometers (690 miles)
Top speed: 120 km/h (75 mph)
Operated at: Lanzhou Railway Station, Dunhuang Railway Station
Major stations along the way: Lanzhou West, Hekou South, Yongdeng, Tianzhu, Weiwu South, Weiwu, Jinchang, Shandan, Zhangye, Jiuquan, Jiayuguan, Yumen, Shulehe, Guazhou
  Aside from a rail trip, passengers can also travel by direct flight which takes about 1.5 - 2 hours. The full price for an economy class seat is up to CNY 1,200 per person, but usually passengers are given a 20% - 60% discount. In this case, flight is a preferable choice for travelers.

In contrast, trains take a longer time, but they cost less, so passengers with limited budget and adequate travel time are recommended to take trains between Lanzhou and Dunhuang.
 

 Zhangye
Located in the western region of Gansu Province, Zhangye is about 500 kilometers (311 miles) from Lanzhou city. As a vital point on the ancient Silk Road, Zhangye has a long history and beautiful natural scenery. When going there, tourists cannot miss the Wooden Pagoda Temple, Danxia National Geological Park, Shandan Horse Farm, and Giant Buddha Temple. Passengers can go there easily by air, train, and long-distance bus.

 Dunhuang
Located in the northwest part of Gansu Province, Dunhuang city is well-known to the world because of the amazing Mogao Caves which is a shrine of Buddhist art treasures, including 735 cases, 45,000 square meters (53,820 square yards) colorful murals, and 2,415 Buddha statues. In addition, Dunhuang city also has Yangguan Pass, Yumenguan Pass, Yardang National Geopark, Crescent Lake and many other attraction sites which are worth a visit. The city can be reached by air, train, and long-distance bus.
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