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

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Golmud is to train which costs ¥240 - ¥600 and takes 18h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Golmud is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs ¥650 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct train between Chengdu and Golmud?

No, there is no direct train from Chengdu to Golmud. However, there are services departing from Tianfu Square and arriving at Golmud via Chengdu East Station and Guangyuan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 57m.

How far is it from Chengdu to Golmud?

The distance between Chengdu and Golmud is 1078 km. The road distance is 1318.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chengdu to Golmud without a car is to train which takes 18h 57m and costs ¥240 - ¥600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Chengdu to Golmud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chengdu to Golmud train from?

Chengdu to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Chengdu East Station.

Train or fly from Chengdu to Golmud?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Golmud is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs ¥650 - ¥3600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥240 - ¥600 and takes 18h 57m.

Where does the Chengdu to Golmud train arrive?

Chengdu to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Guangyuan station.

Can I drive from Chengdu to Golmud?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu to Golmud is 1318 km. It takes approximately 13h 58m to drive from Chengdu to Golmud.

Where can I stay near Golmud?

There are one+ hotels available in Golmud.

Chengdu to Golmud - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Chengdu to Golmud by plane, train, car, or subway

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Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane CTU - GOQ
6h 31m
¥656–3,509
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengdu East Station to Guangyuantrain Chengdu-Xi'an
2. Take the train from Guangyuan to Golmudtrain Chongqing West
18h 57m
¥243–574
Drive 1,318.2 km
1. Drive from Chengdu to Golmudcar 1,318.2 km
13h 58m
¥1,133–1,637
Subway to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Century City to Tianfu International Airport Northsubway
2. Fly from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane TFU - GOQ
7h 53m
¥1,712–3,819
Train to Mianyang Nanjiao Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chengdu East to Mianyang stationtrain
2. Fly from Mianyang Nanjiao Airport (MIG) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane MIG - GOQ
22h 27m
¥553–2,814

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Golmud Airport (GOQ) flights

12Weekly Planes

5h 56mAverage Duration

¥648Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chengdu to Golmud.

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Distance: 1,077.6 km
Duration: 6h 31m

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

Tibet Airlines Corporation, China West Air, and Air China fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Golmud Airport (GOQ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Tianfu Square to Golmud via East station, Chengdu East Station, and Guangyuan in around 18h 57m.

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