The average train between Lhasa and Xining takes 21h 33m and the fastest train takes 20h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Lhasa to Xining. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Lhasa and Xining. The earliest departure is at 9:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lhasa is at 6:50 PM which arrives into Xining at 4:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 21h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lhasa station and arriving at Xining station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 21h 33m.
Lhasa to Xining train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Lhasa station.
Lhasa to Xining train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Xining station.
The distance between Lhasa and Xining is 1,258 km. The road distance is 1,892 km.
China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Lhasa to Xining every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥170–460 and the journey takes 20h 41m.