How to Travel from
Urumqi to Golmud
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Urumqi, China → Golmud, China
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Urumqi to Golmud
Composite routes from Urumqi to Golmud
Cheapest
16 h 37 min
Car
1446 km.
from $79
Other
28 h 26 min
1030 km.
from $97.63
45 h 24 min
Bus, Train
1030 km.
from $122.70
12 h 45 min
Bus, Plane
1030 km.
from $309.63
39 h 23 min
1030 km.
from $97.28
Route Navigator Urumqi - Golmud
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173 м
173 м
Turn right
42 м
42 м
Turn right
2 km 669 м
2 km 669 м
Keep right onto 青峰路
青峰路, 4 km 601 м
4 km 601 м
Turn right onto 仓房沟中路
仓房沟中路, 17 km 151 м
17 km 151 м
Keep right
110 km 447 м
110 km 447 м
Keep left onto 乌若高速
乌若高速, 518 km 377 м
518 km 377 м
Keep right
4 km 572 м
4 km 572 м
Turn left onto G218
228 м
228 м
Turn sharp right onto S214
48 km 418 м
48 km 418 м
Keep right
11 km 599 м
11 km 599 м
Turn left onto G315
720 km 514 м
720 km 514 м
Keep right
10 km 889 м
10 km 889 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto 柴达木西路
柴达木西路, 1 km 48 м
1 km 48 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto 柴达木中路
柴达木中路, 1 km 272 м
1 km 272 м
At roundabout, take exit 1
275 м
275 м
Turn left
119 м
119 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport to Golmud
Ave. Duration:
11h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$1,145.03
Plane from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport to Delingha
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$190.84–$585.24
Sichuan Airlines
Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport to Delingha
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.84–$585.24
Train operators
China Railways C-Class
Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Ürümqi South to Malan
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.27–$22.90
China Railways Z-Class
Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Ürümqi to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
16h 51m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.99–$76.34
Train from Lanzhou to Golmud
Ave. Duration:
9h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.54–$38.17
Train from Delingha to Golmud
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.54–$17.81
China Railways K-Class
Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Malan to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
25h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.35–$89.06
Bus operators
Ctrip
Phone:
400-830-6666
Website:
ctrip.com/
Bus from Urumqi to Pingliang
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.04
Trip 8080
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Pingliang West to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.41
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Ürümqi to Golmud?
The cheapest way to get from Ürümqi to Golmud is to train which costs $42.39 - $119.57 and takes 28h 26m.
What is the fastest way to get from Ürümqi to Golmud?
The fastest way to get from Ürümqi to Golmud is to fly which takes 8h 21m and costs $130.43 - $489.13 .
Is there a direct train between Ürümqi and Golmud?
No, there is no direct train from Ürümqi to Golmud. However, there are services departing from Ürümqi South and arriving at Golmud via Ürümqi and Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 26m.
How far is it from Ürümqi to Golmud?
The distance between Ürümqi and Golmud is 1075 km. The road distance is 1529.3 km.
How do I travel from Ürümqi to Golmud without a car?
The best way to get from Ürümqi to Golmud without a car is to train which takes 28h 26m and costs $42.39 - $119.57 .
How long does it take to get from Ürümqi to Golmud?
It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Ürümqi to Golmud, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Ürümqi to Golmud train from?
Ürümqi to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Ürümqi station.
Train or fly from Ürümqi to Golmud?
The best way to get from Ürümqi to Golmud is to fly which takes 8h 21m and costs $130.43 - $489.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $42.39 - $119.57 and takes 28h 26m.
What is the time difference between Ürümqi and Golmud?
Golmud is 2h ahead of Ürümqi. It is currently 13:09 in Ürümqi and 15:09 in Golmud.
Where does the Ürümqi to Golmud train arrive?
Ürümqi to Golmud train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Lanzhou station.
Can I drive from Ürümqi to Golmud?
Yes, the driving distance between Ürümqi to Golmud is 1529 km. It takes approximately 17h 4m to drive from Ürümqi 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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