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

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Tibet is to train which costs ¥350 - ¥900 and takes 31h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Tibet is to fly and bus which takes 4h 49m and costs ¥2700 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Chengdu and Tibet?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chengdu and arriving at Lhasa Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily. The journey takes approximately 34h.

How far is it from Chengdu to Tibet?

The distance between Chengdu and Tibet is 1345 km. The road distance is 1986.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chengdu to Tibet without a car is to train which takes 31h 54m and costs ¥350 - ¥900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Chengdu to Tibet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chengdu to Tibet bus from?

Chengdu to Tibet bus services, operated by Checi, depart from Chengdu station.

Train or bus from Chengdu to Tibet?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Tibet is to train which takes 31h 54m and costs ¥350 - ¥900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥500 - ¥900 and takes 34h.

Where does the Chengdu to Tibet bus arrive?

Chengdu to Tibet bus services, operated by Checi, arrive at Lhasa Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chengdu to Tibet?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu to Tibet is 1987 km. It takes approximately 25h 46m to drive from Chengdu to Tibet.

Where can I stay near Tibet?

There are 25+ hotels available in Tibet.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)plane CTU - LXA
2. Take the bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureaubus
4h 49m
¥2,749–5,556
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengdu East Station to Guangyuantrain Chengdu-Xi'an
2. Take the train from Guangyuan to Lhasatrain Chongqing West
31h 54m
¥355–891
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chengdu to Lhasa Bus Stationbus
34h
¥500–900
Drive 1,986.7 km
1. Drive from Chengdu to Tibetcar 1,986.7 km
25h 46m
¥1,731–2,500
Subway to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the subway from Century City to Tianfu International Airport Northsubway
2. Fly from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)plane TFU - LXA
3. Take the bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureaubus
6h 21m
¥955–5,066

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) flights

114Weekly Planes

2h 19mAverage Duration

¥1,011Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chengdu to Tibet.

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Distance: 1,345.4 km
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a subway from Tianfu Square to Tibet via East station, Chengdu East Station, Guangyuan, and Lhasa in around 31h 54m. Alternatively, Checi operates a bus from Chengdu to Lhasa Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost ¥500–900 and the journey takes 34h.

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