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 ¥160 - ¥430 and takes 22h 10m.

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 5h 1m 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 Luomashi and arriving at Golmud via Chengdu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 10m.

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 22h 10m and costs ¥160 - ¥430.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m 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 Z-Class, depart from Chengdu station.

Train or fly from Chengdu to Golmud?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Golmud is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs ¥650 - ¥3600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥160 - ¥430 and takes 22h 10m.

Where does the Chengdu to Golmud train arrive?

Chengdu to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Golmud 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 four+ hotels available in Golmud.

Chengdu to Golmud - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and subway

There are 4 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
5h 1m
¥656–3,509
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengdu to Golmudtrain Chengdu-Lhasa
22h 10m
¥162–423
Drive 1,318.2 km
1. Drive from Chengdu to Golmudcar 1,318.2 km
13h 58m
¥1,148–1,658
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 43m
¥1,112–4,119

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

13Weekly Planes

5h 18mAverage Duration

¥657Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,077.6 km
Duration: 5h 1m

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

Tibet Airlines Corporation, China Eastern Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Golmud Airport (GOQ) twice daily. Alternatively, China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Chengdu to Golmud once daily. Tickets cost ¥160–420 and the journey takes 21h 5m.

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