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

The cheapest way to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa is to bus which costs ¥380 and takes 33h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa is to bus and fly which takes 6h 1m and costs ¥1100 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Lanzhou and Lhasa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lanzhou and arriving at Lasa Bus Station station. Services depart once daily. The journey takes approximately 33h.

Is there a direct train between Lanzhou and Lhasa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lanzhou and arriving at Lhasa. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22h 27m.

How far is it from Lanzhou to Lhasa?

The distance between Lanzhou and Lhasa is 1560 km. The road distance is 2011.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa without a car is to train which takes 22h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanzhou to Lhasa bus from?

Lanzhou to Lhasa bus services, operated by Qichezhan, depart from Lanzhou station.

Where do I catch the Lanzhou to Lhasa train from?

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

Train or bus from Lanzhou to Lhasa?

The best way to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa is to train which takes 22h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥380 and takes 33h.

Where does the Lanzhou to Lhasa bus arrive?

Lanzhou to Lhasa bus services, operated by Qichezhan, arrive at Lasa Bus Station.

Where does the Lanzhou to Lhasa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lanzhou to Lhasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanzhou to Lhasa is 2012 km. It takes approximately 23h 53m to drive from Lanzhou to Lhasa.

Where can I stay near Lhasa?

There are 26+ hotels available in Lhasa.

Lanzhou to Lhasa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa by bus, 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.

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Oriental Hotel to Lanzhou Airport
2. Fly from Lanzhou (LHW) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)LHW - LXA
3. Take the bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureau
6h 1m
¥1,155–6,055
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lanzhou to Lasa Bus Station
33h
¥380
Train
1. Take the train from Lanzhou to LhasaShanghai / ...
22h 27m
Drive 2,011.6 km
1. Drive from Lanzhou to Lhasa2,011.6 km
23h 53m
¥1,774–2,562

Lanzhou (LHW) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) flights

24Weekly Planes

4h 51mAverage Duration

¥1,178Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa.

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Distance: 1,559.9 km
Duration: 6h 1m

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

China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Lanzhou to Lhasa 4 times a day, and the journey takes 22h 27m. Alternatively, Qichezhan operates a bus from Lanzhou to Lasa Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥380 and the journey takes 33h.

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