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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chengdu to Golmud

Composite routes from Chengdu to Golmud

Cheapest
13 h 59 min
Car
1318 km.
from $72
Fastest
1 h 59 min
Plane

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Golmud
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$267.17
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Golmud
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$108.14–$381.68

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Golmud
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$381.68

Tibet Airlines Corporation

Website:
tibetairlines.com/
Plane from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Golmud
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.95–$241.73

China West Air

Website:
westair.cn/
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Golmud
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$120.86–$381.68

Train operators

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Chengdu to Golmud
Ave. Duration:
21h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.72–$69.97

Chengdu metro

Website:
cdmetro.cn
Train from Century City to Tianfu
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Golmud is to train which costs $22.83 - $65.22 and takes 22h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Golmud is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs $119.57 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct train between Chengdu and Golmud?

No, there is no direct train from Chengdu to Golmud. However, there are services departing from Luomashi and arriving at Golmud via Chengdu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 10m.

Is there a direct flight between Chengdu and Golmud?

Yes, there are direct flights between Chengdu and Golmud; these take 2h 50m and cost $119.57 - $206.52 .

How far is it from Chengdu to Golmud?

The distance between Chengdu and Golmud is 1078 km. The road distance is 1321.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chengdu to Golmud without a car is to train which takes 22h 10m and costs $22.83 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Chengdu to Golmud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chengdu to Golmud train from?

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

Train or fly from Chengdu to Golmud?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Golmud is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs $119.57 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22.83 - $65.22 and takes 22h 10m.

Where does the Chengdu to Golmud train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chengdu to Golmud?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu to Golmud is 1322 km. It takes approximately 15h 3m to drive from Chengdu 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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