Urumqi - Turpan Train

The distance from Urumqi to Turpan is around 160 kilometers (100 miles). To finish a distance like this, train is definitely the best option. Each day, there are over 12 pairs of high speed trains running between, taking 1-1.5 hours at a cost of CNY 49/78. Over 30 pairs of normal trains are also in service, taking 1.5-3 hours at the cost of CNY 114.5/78.5.
  Open Date: December 26, 2014
Top Speed: 200 km/h (124 mph)
Running Distance: 158 kilometers (98 miles)
Duration: 1 - 1.5 hours
Operated at: Urumqi / Urumqi South, Turpan North
Stations along the way: Urumqi, Urumqi South, Turpan North
  (Last Update on May 7, 2019)

First Class Seat	Second Class Seat
CNY 82 USD 12	CNY 51.5 USD 8

 

It mainly depends on two aspects: convenience for transfer and ticket availability.

1. Travelers can choose a station closer to their staying places or more convenient for transfer. For example, Urumqi Railway Station is closer to Diwopu Airport, about 14km (8.5 miles); however, there is no direct bus running between. Travelers need to take a taxi. The South Station is a little far in distance, but direct airport shuttle bus is available. To the city center area near the Red Hill, the South Station is closer in distance, and many direct buses can be used. A taxi would take around 15-20 minutes or so without traffic problem

2. For most rides, Urumqi Station is the original station, thus more tickets can be offered here. If there is no ticket available from South Station, travelers may check the ticket availability from this station.
 

There are over 23 pairs of normal rides a day. Although the normal Z, T, K rides take around 1.5 to 3 hours on the way, a little longer than high speed type, they are still good complementarities, especially for travelers who need to depart at early morning or late night. For this short trip, hard seats can be considered as well.
   (Last Update on May 7, 2019)

Soft Sleeper	Hard Sleeper	Hard Seat
CNY 150.5 - 153.5 USD 23	CNY 75.5 - 115.5 USD 11 - 18	CNY 23.5 - 24.5 USD 4

As mentioned, there are two stations in Urumqi, passengers are highly recommended to double check which is the correct one to board the train before departure. Also, for these normal rides, both Turpan Railway Station and Turpan North station are used as well. Travelers need to pay extra attention on it when choosing the ride you need.


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