How to Get to Hulun Buir Grassland from Beijing

Overview

Hulun Buir Grassland is located in Hailar District, Hulunbuir City, northeastern Inner Mongolia, People’s Republic of China. The region borders Russia to the north and west, Mongolia to the south and west, Heilongjiang province to the east, and Hinggan League to the direct south. It is approximately 2017 kilometers from Beijing.

Travel Options

By Air

Flying is the fastest option, taking about 2 hours. Daily flights operate from Beijing Capital International Airport to Dongshan Airport in Hailar. The airport is just 5 km from the city center, accessible by airport shuttle buses or taxis (around RMB 25). From there, you can easily reach the grassland area.

Hailar Dongshan Airport (HLD) offers flights to various cities, including Beijing, Hohhot, Shanghai, and Shenyang. Be sure to check flight schedules prior to your trip.

By Train

Traveling by train is also convenient, given the extensive rail network. Trains connect Beijing with Hailaer, as well as other cities like Baotou, Hohhot, Harbin, and Dalian.

Trains to Hailaer depart from either Beijing Railway Station or Beijing North Railway Station. As of August 2014, four trains (K19, K274/K275/K277, K39/K41, and K1301) operate daily, with a journey time of approximately 30 hours.

Hailar Railway Station is situated in the northwestern part of the town, and a taxi ride to a hotel in the city center costs about RMB 12.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal time to visit Hulun Buir Grassland is during the summer months, from June to early September, when the weather is most favorable for outdoor activities.