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1434 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lanzhou to Golmud

Composite routes from Lanzhou to Golmud

Cheapest
17 h 14 min
Car
1434 km.
from $78

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 2
China Eastern Airlines
Website
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
1h 22m
Every day
$82.70–$279.90
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
1h 30m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$114.50–$203.56
Train operators
Found: 3
China Railways D-Class
Website
China Railways Z-Class
Website
Lanzhou Rail Transit
Website
China Railways D-Class
Website
44 min
Every 4 hours
$12.09–$22.90
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways Z-Class
Website
9h 21m
4 times a day
$16.54–$36.90
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Lanzhou Rail Transit
Website
13 min
Every 5 minutes
+86-0931-5161111
+86-0931-5161111
Call
Bus operators
Found: 1
Lanzhou Airport Transportation
Website
Lanzhou Airport Transportation
Website
1h 6m
Every 30 minutes
$4.61
0931-96556
0931-96556
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lanzhou to Golmud is to train which costs $14.13 - $31.52 and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanzhou to Golmud is to train which takes 9h 21m and costs $14.13 - $31.52 .

Is there a direct train between Lanzhou and Golmud?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lanzhou and arriving at Golmud. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from Lanzhou to Golmud?

The distance between Lanzhou and Golmud is 955 km. The road distance is 974.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lanzhou to Golmud without a car is to train which takes 9h 21m and costs $14.13 - $31.52 .

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

The train from Lanzhou to Golmud takes 9h 21m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Lanzhou to Golmud train from?

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

Where does the Lanzhou to Golmud train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lanzhou to Golmud?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanzhou to Golmud is 975 km. It takes approximately 10h 8m to drive from Lanzhou to Golmud.

Where can I stay near Golmud?

There are four+ hotels available in Golmud. Prices start at $47.09 per night.
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