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

The cheapest way to get from Turpan to Golmud is to train which costs ¥290 - ¥700 and takes 25h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Turpan to Golmud is to fly which takes 9h 49m and costs ¥1000 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct train between Turpan and Golmud?

No, there is no direct train from Turpan to Golmud. However, there are services departing from Turfan North and arriving at Golmud via Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 44m.

How far is it from Turpan to Golmud?

The distance between Turpan and Golmud is 903 km. The road distance is 1334.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Turpan to Golmud without a car is to train which takes 25h 44m and costs ¥290 - ¥700.

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

It takes approximately 9h 49m to get from Turpan to Golmud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Turpan to Golmud train from?

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

Train or fly from Turpan to Golmud?

The best way to get from Turpan to Golmud is to fly which takes 9h 49m and costs ¥1000 - ¥4400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥290 - ¥700 and takes 25h 44m.

What is the time difference between Turpan and Golmud?

Golmud is 2h ahead of Turpan. It is currently 12:38 AM in Turpan and 2:38 AM in Golmud.

Where does the Turpan to Golmud train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Turpan to Golmud?

Yes, the driving distance between Turpan to Golmud is 1334 km. It takes approximately 14h 34m to drive from Turpan to Golmud.

Where can I stay near Golmud?

There are five+ hotels available in Golmud.

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There are 5 ways to get from Turpan to Golmud by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly from Turpan
best
1. Fly from Turpan (TLQ) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane TLQ - GOQ
9h 49m
¥1,032–4,338
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Turfan North to Lanzhoutrain Ürümqi
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Golmudtrain Guangzhou / ...
25h 44m
¥290–686
Drive 1,334.2 km
1. Drive from Turpan to Golmudcar 1,334.2 km
14h 34m
¥1,146–1,655
Bus to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Turfan to Urumchi Southbus
2. Fly from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane URC - GOQ
11h 33m
¥1,137–4,837
Train via Zhongwei
1. Take the train from Turfan North to Zhongweitrain Urumqi
2. Take the train from Zhongwei to Golmudtrain Beijing West
34h 14m
¥310–726

Turpan (TLQ) to Golmud Airport (GOQ) flights

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14h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 902.9 km
Duration: 9h 49m

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

Chengdu, Zhejiang Loong Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Turpan (TLQ) to Golmud Airport (GOQ) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Turpan to Golmud via Turfan North and Lanzhou in around 25h 44m.

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