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

The cheapest way to get from Golmud to Xining is to train which costs ¥90 - ¥200 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Golmud to Xining is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs ¥410 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct train between Golmud and Xining?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Golmud and arriving at Xining. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Golmud to Xining?

The distance between Golmud and Xining is 667 km. The road distance is 758.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Golmud to Xining without a car is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs ¥90 - ¥200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Golmud to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golmud to Xining train from?

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

Train or fly from Golmud to Xining?

The best way to get from Golmud to Xining is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs ¥410 - ¥2500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥90 - ¥200 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Golmud to Xining train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Golmud to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Golmud to Xining is 758 km. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Golmud to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 26+ hotels available in Xining.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Golmud to Xining 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
best
1. Fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Xining (XNN)plane GOQ - XNN
2h 42m
¥417–2,497
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Golmud to Xiningtrain Lhasa / ...
6h 2m
¥90–195
Drive 758.4 km
1. Drive from Golmud to Xiningcar 758.4 km
7h 49m
¥665–960

Golmud to Xining by train

42Weekly Trains

6h 2mAverage Duration

¥90Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Golmud to Xining.

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Distance: 667.1 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Tibet Airlines Corporation and China Eastern Airlines fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Xining (XNN) twice daily. Alternatively, China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Golmud to Xining every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥90–195 and the journey takes 6h 2m.

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