There are multiple options for travel routes from Mianyang to Xinjiang. Below are two main self-driving routes:?
Route 1:?
Mianyang to Xi’an: Starting from Mianyang, head towards Xi’an along G5 Jingkun Expressway, passing through Guangyuan, Hanzhong, and other places. You can admire the beautiful scenery of the Sichuan Basin. This section of the journey takes approximately 6-7 hours?
Xi’an to Lanzhou: Starting from Xi’an, continue along G30 Lianhuo Expressway to Lanzhou, passing through Weinan, Baoji, and other places. Along the way, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Loess Plateau. This section of the journey takes approximately 4 hours?
Lanzhou to Xinjiang: Starting from Lanzhou, you can continue westwards along G30 Lianhuo Expressway, passing through Wuwei, Zhangye, Jiuquan, and other places, until you arrive in Urumqi?
. Alternatively, you can choose other routes such as via G7 Jingxin Expressway to Xinjiang?
Route 2 (passing through more scenic spots):?
Mianyang to Lanzhou: Starting from Mianyang, drive northwest along G5 Jingkun Expressway to Lanzhou, passing through Guangyuan, Jianmen Shudao (Sword Gate Shu Pathway), Zhaohua Ancient City, and other places?
Lanzhou to Zhangye: Starting from Lanzhou, head towards Zhangye along G30 Lianhuo Expressway or G22 Qinglan Expressway, passing through the Qilian Mountains, where you can admire the spectacular Danxia landform?
Zhangye to Xinjiang: Starting from Zhangye, continue westwards along G30 Lianhuo Expressway, passing through Jiayuguan, Dunhuang (where you can visit Mogao Caves, Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring), Hami, and other places, ultimately arriving in Urumqi. Along the way, you can also visit scenic spots such as Flaming Mountain and Grape Valley?
When planning your itinerary, it is recommended to consider various factors such as personal time, interests, and road conditions to choose a suitable route. Meanwhile, for long-distance self-driving, pay attention to driving safety, reasonably arrange rest time, and ensure a pleasant journey?