Getting Around

Taxis and minibuses bring travelers to the city's main destinations. Many tourists hire private cars—ask your hotel staff for more information. Some brave souls get around by bike, which can be pleasant enough in the evening or cooler months but can be tough going in the hot summer.

To and from Dunhuang

Air

Dunhuang Airport lies 13 km (8.1 miles) east of the city and offers direct flights to Beijing, Lanzhou, Xi'an and Urumqi. Regular buses run from the CAAC offices on Dong Dajie near the Dunhuang Hotel to the airport.

Train

The closest train station lies 130 km (80.8 miles) to the north in the town of Liuyuan. The Liuyuan station services trains from cities like Shanghai, Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Lanzhou and Urumqi. A bus runs from the train station to Dunhuang.

Bus

The Dunhuang bus station is on Dingzi Lu in southern Dunhuang. Dunhuang hosts buses to and from Lanzhou, Xi'an, Hami, Turpan and Urumqi, among others.