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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Golmud to Beijing

Composite routes from Golmud to Beijing

Cheapest
24 h 21 min
Car
2385 km.
from $131
Other
31 h 14 min
Train
1911 km.
from $142.37
5 h 49 min
Bus, Plane
1912 km.
from $266.37

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Golmud Airport to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$470.74

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Golmud Airport to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.39–$547.07

China Southern Airlines

Website:
csair.com/
Plane from Golmud Airport to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$305.34–$763.36

China United

Website:
flycua.com/
Plane from Golmud Airport to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$216.28–$394.40

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Golmud Airport to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$356.23

Train operators

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Beijing Daxing Airport to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.44–$4.96

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Golmud to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
25h 48m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.08–$95.42
Train from Golmud to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
9h 41m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.54–$36.90

Bus operators

Ctrip

Phone:
400-830-6666
Website:
ctrip.com/
Bus from Pingliang East to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
15h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.85

Trip 8080

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Lanzhou to Pingliang
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Golmud to Beijing is to train which costs $28.26 - $81.52 and takes 25h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Golmud to Beijing is to fly and train which takes 5h 49m and costs $184.78 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct train between Golmud and Beijing?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Golmud and arriving at Beijing West. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25h 48m.

How far is it from Golmud to Beijing?

The distance between Golmud and Beijing is 1957 km. The road distance is 2393.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Golmud to Beijing without a car is to train which takes 25h 48m and costs $28.26 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Golmud to Beijing, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golmud to Beijing train from?

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

Train or fly from Golmud to Beijing?

The best way to get from Golmud to Beijing is to fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $108.70 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28.26 - $81.52 and takes 25h 48m.

Where does the Golmud to Beijing train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Golmud to Beijing?

Yes, the driving distance between Golmud to Beijing is 2393 km. It takes approximately 24h 15m to drive from Golmud to Beijing.

Where can I stay near Beijing?

There are 615+ hotels available in Beijing. Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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