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

The cheapest way to get from Chongqing to Golmud is to train which costs ¥290 - ¥600 and takes 24h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chongqing to Golmud is to fly which takes 8h 5m and costs ¥700 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct train between Chongqing and Golmud?

No, there is no direct train from Chongqing to Golmud. However, there are services departing from Qixinggang and arriving at Golmud via Shapingba Station, East station and Chengdu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 56m.

How far is it from Chongqing to Golmud?

The distance between Chongqing and Golmud is 1345 km. The road distance is 1614.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chongqing to Golmud without a car is to train which takes 24h 56m and costs ¥290 - ¥600.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Chongqing to Golmud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chongqing to Golmud train from?

Chongqing to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Shapingba Station.

Train or fly from Chongqing to Golmud?

The best way to get from Chongqing to Golmud is to fly which takes 8h 5m and costs ¥700 - ¥3400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥290 - ¥600 and takes 24h 56m.

Where does the Chongqing to Golmud train arrive?

Chongqing to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Chengdu East station.

Can I drive from Chongqing to Golmud?

Yes, the driving distance between Chongqing to Golmud is 1614 km. It takes approximately 17h 9m to drive from Chongqing to Golmud.

Where can I stay near Golmud?

There are four+ hotels available in Golmud.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chongqing to Golmud by plane, train, or car

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Fly from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane CKG - GOQ
8h 5m
¥705–3,307
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shapingba Station to Chengdu Easttrain Chongqing Shapingba / ...
2. Take the train from Chengdu to Golmudtrain Chengdu-Lhasa
24h 56m
¥297–580
Drive 1,614.4 km
1. Drive from Chongqing to Golmudcar 1,614.4 km
17h 9m
¥1,403–2,027
Train to Nanchong Gaoping Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chongqing North to Nanchong Northtrain
2. Fly from Nanchong Gaoping Airport (NAO) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane NAO - GOQ
15h 22m
¥623–2,994

Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Golmud Airport (GOQ) flights

33Weekly Planes

8h 7mAverage Duration

¥715Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chongqing to Golmud.

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Distance: 1,344.6 km
Duration: 8h 5m

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

China West Air, China Eastern Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Golmud Airport (GOQ) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Qixinggang to Golmud via Shapingba, Shapingba Station, Chengdu East, East station, North station, and Chengdu in around 24h 56m.

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