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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Golmud to Xining

Composite routes from Golmud to Xining

Cheapest
25 h 12 min
Car
2435 km.
from $133
Fastest
3 h 6 min
Plane

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 2
China Eastern Airlines
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Tibet Airlines Corporation
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China Eastern Airlines
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1h 13m
Every day
$82.70–$279.90
Tibet Airlines Corporation
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1h 10m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$127.23–$216.28
Train operators
Found: 1
China Railways Z-Class
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China Railways Z-Class
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6h 2m
Every 4 hours
$13.99–$31.17
(86)12306
(86)12306
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Questions and Answers

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 $11.96 - $27.17 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 37m and costs $76.09 - $239.13 .

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 670 km. The road distance is 763.4 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 $11.96 - $27.17 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m 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 37m and costs $76.09 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11.96 - $27.17 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 763 km. It takes approximately 7h 47m to drive from Golmud to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 31+ hotels available in Xining. Prices start at $12.20 per night.
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