What is the cheapest way to get from Beijing to Altay?

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Altay is to train which costs ¥380 - ¥1100 and takes 31h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beijing to Altay?

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Altay is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Altay?

No, there is no direct train from Beijing station to Altay. However, there are services departing from Beijing West Station and arriving at Altay via Ürümqi and Karamay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 10m.

How far is it from Beijing to Altay?

The distance between Beijing and Altay is 2501 km. The road distance is 3023.1 km.

How do I travel from Beijing to Altay without a car?

The best way to get from Beijing to Altay without a car is to train which takes 31h 10m and costs ¥380 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Beijing to Altay?

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Beijing to Altay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beijing to Altay train from?

Beijing to Altay train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Beijing West Station.

Train or fly from Beijing to Altay?

The best way to get from Beijing to Altay is to train which takes 31h 10m and costs ¥380 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥3300 - ¥4900 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the time difference between Beijing and Altay?

Altay is 2h behind Beijing. It is currently 5:24 PM in Beijing and 3:24 PM in Altay.

Where does the Beijing to Altay train arrive?

Beijing to Altay train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Ürümqi station.

Can I drive from Beijing to Altay?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Altay is 3023 km. It takes approximately 33h 43m to drive from Beijing to Altay.

Where can I stay near Altay?

There are seven+ hotels available in Altay.

Beijing to Altay - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Beijing to Altay by train, plane, or car

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Train to Beijing Daxing International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Beijing West to Beijing Daxing Airporttrain
2. Fly from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Altay Airport (AAT)plane PKX - AAT
6h 42m
¥1,153–5,572
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Ürümqitrain
2. Take the train from Ürümqi to Karamaytrain
3. Take the train from Karamay to Altaytrain
31h 10m
¥389–1,012
Drive 3,023.1 km
1. Drive from Beijing to Altaycar 3,023.1 km
33h 43m
¥2,596–3,750
Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport
1. Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Altay Airport (AAT)plane PEK - AAT
6h 26m
¥3,354–4,869
Train to Tianjin Binhai, fly
1. Take the train from Beijing South to Tianjin Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tianjin Binhai (TSN) to Altay Airport (AAT)plane TSN - AAT
9h 16m
¥1,476–4,510

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Altay Airport (AAT) flights

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7h 16mAverage Duration

¥1,163Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,500.9 km
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Beijing, China and Altay, China?

You can take a train from Beijing West Station to Altay via Ürümqi, Karamay, and Altay in around 31h 10m. Alternatively, Air China, Hainan, and Tianjin Airlines fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Altay Airport (AAT) once daily.

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