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

The cheapest way to get from Golmud to Lhasa is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 15h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Golmud to Lhasa is to fly and bus which takes 3h 5m and costs ¥650 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct train between Golmud and Lhasa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Golmud and arriving at Lhasa. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 6m.

How far is it from Golmud to Lhasa?

The distance between Golmud and Lhasa is 933 km. The road distance is 1151.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Golmud to Lhasa without a car is to train which takes 13h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Golmud to Lhasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golmud to Lhasa train from?

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

Where does the Golmud to Lhasa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Golmud to Lhasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Golmud to Lhasa is 1152 km. It takes approximately 15h 22m to drive from Golmud to Lhasa.

Where can I stay near Lhasa?

There are 25+ hotels available in Lhasa.

Golmud to Lhasa - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Golmud to Lhasa by plane, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)GOQ - LXA
2. Take the bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureau
3h 5m
¥690–3,965
Train
1. Take the train from Golmud to LhasaShanghai / ...
13h 6m
Drive 1,151.6 km
1. Drive from Golmud to Lhasa1,151.6 km
15h 22m
¥1,031–1,488

Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) flights

4Weekly Planes

1h 35mAverage Duration

¥664Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 933.2 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Golmud to Lhasa every 4 hours, and the journey takes 13h 6m.

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