What is the cheapest way to get from Beijing to Golmud?

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Golmud is to train which costs ¥220 - ¥600 and takes 26h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beijing to Golmud?

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Golmud is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3700.

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Golmud?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Beijing West Station station and arriving at Golmud. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26h 5m.

How far is it from Beijing to Golmud?

The distance between Beijing and Golmud is 1957 km. The road distance is 2383.4 km.

How do I travel from Beijing to Golmud without a car?

The best way to get from Beijing to Golmud without a car is to train which takes 26h 5m and costs ¥220 - ¥600.

How long does it take to get from Beijing to Golmud?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Beijing to Golmud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beijing to Golmud train from?

Beijing to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Beijing West Station.

Train or fly from Beijing to Golmud?

The best way to get from Beijing to Golmud is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥220 - ¥600 and takes 26h 5m.

Where does the Beijing to Golmud train arrive?

Beijing to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Golmud station.

Can I drive from Beijing to Golmud?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Golmud is 2383 km. It takes approximately 24h 14m to drive from Beijing to Golmud.

Where can I stay near Golmud?

There are four+ hotels available in Golmud.

Beijing to Golmud - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Beijing to Golmud by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport
best
1. Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane PEK - GOQ
6h 12m
¥2,024–3,629
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Golmudtrain Beijing West
26h 5m
¥220–600
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Beijing to Pingliang Eastbus
2. Take the bus from Pingliang West to Lanzhoubus
3. Take the train from Lanzhou to Golmudtrain
30h 56m
¥671–811
Drive 2,383.4 km
1. Drive from Beijing to Golmudcar 2,383.4 km
24h 14m
¥2,053–2,966
Train to Tianjin Binhai, fly
1. Take the train from Beijing South to Tianjin Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tianjin Binhai (TSN) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane TSN - GOQ
8h 10m
¥746–3,570
Train to Beijing Daxing International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Beijing West to Beijing Daxing Airporttrain
2. Fly from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane PKX - GOQ
7h 7m
¥2,123–3,832

Beijing to Golmud by train

7Weekly Trains

26h 5mAverage Duration

¥220Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,957.2 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Beijing, China and Golmud, China?

Air China, Tibet Airlines Corporation, and three other airlines fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Golmud Airport (GOQ) 4 times a day. Alternatively, China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Beijing West Station to Golmud once daily. Tickets cost ¥220–600 and the journey takes 26h 5m.

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