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

The cheapest way to get from Golmud to Korla is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 13h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Golmud to Korla is to fly which takes 7h 14m and costs ¥1400 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Golmud and Korla?

No, there is no direct train from Golmud to Korla. However, there are services departing from Golmud and arriving at Korla via Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 18m.

How far is it from Golmud to Korla?

The distance between Golmud and Korla is 967 km. The road distance is 1153.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Golmud to Korla without a car is to train which takes 35h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Golmud to Korla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golmud to Korla train from?

Golmud to Korla train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Golmud station.

Train or fly from Golmud to Korla?

The best way to get from Golmud to Korla is to fly which takes 7h 14m and costs ¥1400 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 35h 18m.

What is the time difference between Golmud and Korla?

Korla is 2h behind Golmud. It is currently 4:10 AM in Golmud and 2:10 AM in Korla.

Where does the Golmud to Korla train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Golmud to Korla?

Yes, the driving distance between Golmud to Korla is 1153 km. It takes approximately 13h 53m to drive from Golmud to Korla.

Where can I stay near Korla?

There are 10+ hotels available in Korla.

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

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

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

Fly to Korla
best
1. Fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Korla (KRL)GOQ - KRL
7h 14m
¥1,422–5,720
Drive 1,153.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Golmud to Korla1,153.1 km
13h 53m
¥1,024–1,478
Train
1. Take the train from Golmud to LanzhouLhasa / ...
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to KorlaChengdu
35h 18m
Fly to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport, train
1. Fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)GOQ - URC
2. Take the train from Ürümqi South to Korla
10h 16m
¥1,512–4,287

Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Korla (KRL) flights

10Weekly Planes

11h 46mAverage Duration

¥1,398Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 967.4 km
Duration: 7h 14m

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

China Eastern Airlines, Chang An Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Korla (KRL) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Golmud to Korla via Lanzhou in around 35h 18m.

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