How to get from Qinghai to Dunhuang: a complete guide to transportation routes and popular attractions
In recent years, Qinghai and Dunhuang have attracted a large number of tourists as popular destinations for tourism in the northwest. This article will sort out the various modes of transportation from Qinghai to Dunhuang, and provide you with a practical travel guide based on the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Transportation methods from Qinghai to Dunhuang

From Qinghai (starting from Xining City) to Dunhuang, there are mainly the following transportation methods:
| Transportation | route | Time consuming | Fees (reference) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self drive | Xining→G6 Beijing-Tibet Expressway→G30 Lianhuo Expressway→Dunhuang | about 10 hours | Gas fee + toll is about 600 yuan |
| train | Xining Station→Dunhuang Station (need to transfer to Lanzhou or Zhangye) | About 12-15 hours | Hard seat 150-200 yuan, hard sleeper 300-400 yuan |
| airplane | Xining Caojiabao Airport→Dunhuang Mogao International Airport | About 1.5 hours | Ticket price 500-1000 yuan |
| long distance bus | Xining Bus Station→Dunhuang Bus Station | about 12 hours | Ticket price 200-250 yuan |
2. Recommendations for popular attractions along the way
According to the hot tourism topics in the past 10 days, the following attractions are destinations with high attention from tourists:
| Attraction name | location | Popular reasons |
|---|---|---|
| Qinghai Lake | Hainan Prefecture, Qinghai Province | Rapeseed flowers are in full bloom in summer and cycling activities are booming |
| Chaka Salt Lake | Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province | “Mirror of the Sky” check-in continues to be popular |
| Mogao Grottoes | Dunhuang City, Gansu Province | Summer circulation policy sparks discussion |
| Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring | Dunhuang City, Gansu Province | Desert camping experience is popular among young people |
3. Travel precautions
1.Weather and equipment: There is a big temperature difference between day and night in Qinghai and Dunhuang, so you need to prepare windproof jackets and sunscreen products. Recent hot searches show that the temperature in Dunhuang can reach 35°C during the day and drops to around 15°C at night.
2.Ticket reservation: Mogao Grottoes implements a reservation system, and tickets must be purchased on the official website one month in advance. Due to the recent surge in visitors, tickets have been sold out on some dates.
3.altitude sickness: Some areas in Qinghai have an altitude of over 3,000 meters. It is recommended to prepare anti-altitude medication in advance.
4. Related topics of recent hot topics
1.“Northwest Ring Road Self-Driving Tour” is becoming more popular: The number of searches for "Qinggan Grand Ring Road" guide on social media increased by 40%, and the Emerald Lake and U-shaped highway along the way have become check-in points for new Internet celebrities.
2.Dunhuang cultural IP goes out of the circle: The "Digital Dunhuang" project launched by the Dunhuang Academy has attracted attention, and the number of visits to the online exhibition has exceeded one million.
3.eco-friendly travel initiative: Chaka Salt Lake has become a hot topic due to tourists littering, and the scenic spot has strengthened its management and called for civilized tourism.
5. Summary
The travel routes from Qinghai to Dunhuang are rich and diverse. Whether you drive, train or fly, you can experience the unique northwest scenery. Based on recent hot topics, it is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance, pay attention to changes in scenic area policies, and be prepared for environmentally friendly travel. Have a nice trip!
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