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2383 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Beijing to Golmud

Composite routes from Beijing to Golmud

Cheapest
24 h 14 min
Car
2383 km.
from $131
Other
30 h 54 min
Bus, Train
1912 km.
from $98.04
7 h 7 min
Train, Plane
1912 km.
from $221.12
10 h 10 min
Train, Plane
1912 km.
from $259.02

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
Air China
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
China West Air
Website
Air China
Website
9h 30m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$130.43–$597.83
China Eastern Airlines
Website
5h 40m
Every day
$163.04–$597.83
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
7h 10m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$141.30–$706.52
China West Air
Website
10h 20m
Every day
$152.17–$413.04
Train operators
Found: 3
China Railways G-Class
Website
China Railways C-Class
Website
China Railways Z-Class
Website
China Railways G-Class
Website
38 min
4 times a day
$7.07–$8.15
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways C-Class
Website
31 min
Hourly
$3.04–$4.35
(86)12306
(86)12306
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China Railways Z-Class
Website
26h 5m
Once daily
$29.35–$81.52
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Bus operators
Found: 2
Ctrip
Website
Trip 8080
Website
Ctrip
Website
15h 30m
Once daily
$61.66
400-830-6666
400-830-6666
Call
Trip 8080
Website
4h 30m
Hourly
$15.73

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Golmud is to train which costs $29.35 - $81.52 and takes 26h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Golmud is to fly which takes 7h 7m and costs $152.17 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Golmud?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Beijing West and arriving at Golmud. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26h 5m.

How far is it from Beijing to Golmud?

The distance between Beijing and Golmud is 1957 km. The road distance is 2396.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Beijing to Golmud without a car is to train which takes 26h 5m and costs $29.35 - $81.52 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Beijing to Golmud train from?

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

Train or fly from Beijing to Golmud?

The best way to get from Beijing to Golmud is to fly which takes 7h 7m and costs $152.17 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29.35 - $81.52 and takes 26h 5m.

Where does the Beijing to Golmud train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Beijing to Golmud?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Golmud is 2397 km. It takes approximately 24h 28m to drive from Beijing to Golmud.

Where can I stay near Golmud?

There are four+ hotels available in Golmud. Prices start at $48.66 per night.
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