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38 h 47 min
3468 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Xining to Lhasa

Composite routes from Xining to Lhasa

Cheapest
38 h 47 min
Car
3468 km.
from $190
Fastest
4 h 8 min
Plane
Other
5 h 48 min
Plane, Bus
1258 km.
from $188.70

Transport providers

Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Xining to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$368.96

Tibet Airlines Corporation

Website:
tibetairlines.com/
Plane from Xining to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$267.17

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Xining to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$241.73

Train operators

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Xining to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
19h 39m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$27.99–$76.34

Bus operators

Airports China

Bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.97

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Xining to Lasa
Ave. Duration:
30h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Lhasa is to train which costs $23.91 - $65.22 and takes 19h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xining to Lhasa is to fly and bus which takes 5h 48m and costs $81.52 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Xining and Lhasa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Xining and arriving at Lasa Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily. The journey takes approximately 30h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Xining and Lhasa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Xining and arriving at Lhasa. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 39m.

How far is it from Xining to Lhasa?

The distance between Xining and Lhasa is 1404 km. The road distance is 1798.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Xining to Lhasa without a car is to train which takes 19h 39m and costs $23.91 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Xining to Lhasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xining to Lhasa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Xining to Lhasa train from?

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

Train or bus from Xining to Lhasa?

The best way to get from Xining to Lhasa is to train which takes 19h 39m and costs $23.91 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $46.08 and takes 30h 30m.

Where does the Xining to Lhasa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Xining to Lhasa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Xining to Lhasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Lhasa is 1798 km. It takes approximately 23h 39m to drive from Xining to Lhasa.

Where can I stay near Lhasa?

There are 26+ hotels available in Lhasa. Prices start at $9.75 per night.
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