The average train between Xining and Golmud takes 6h 36m and the fastest train takes 6h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Xining to Golmud. 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 3 hours between Xining and Golmud. The earliest departure is at 11:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Xining is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Golmud at 6:13 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Xining station and arriving at Golmud station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 36m.
Xining to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Xining station.
Xining to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Golmud station.
The distance between Xining and Golmud is 612.4 km. The road distance is 757 km.
China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Xining to Golmud every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥90–195 and the journey takes 6h 25m.
