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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Lanzhou to Lhasa

Cheapest
28 h 21 min
Car
2240 km.
from $123
Other
6 h 5 min
Bus, Plane
1385 km.
from $192.23
8 h 21 min
Train, Plane
1385 km.
from $151.26

Transport providers

Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Xining to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$315.22

Tibet Airlines Corporation

Website:
tibetairlines.com/
Plane from Lanzhou to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$239.13
Plane from Xining to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$228.26

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Xining to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$206.52

Train operators

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Xining
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.33–$20.65

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Lanzhou to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
22h 27m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.09–$70.65

Bus operators

Airports China

Bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.39

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Lanzhou to Lasa
Ave. Duration:
33h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.50

Lanzhou Airport Transportation

Phone:
0931-96556
Website:
travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/gansu/lanzhou/airport.htm
Bus from Oriental Hotel to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.07

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa is to train which costs $26.09 - $70.65 and takes 22h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa is to bus and fly which takes 6h 6m and costs $141.30 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Lanzhou and Lhasa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lanzhou and arriving at Lasa Bus Station station. Services depart once daily. The journey takes approximately 33h.

Is there a direct train between Lanzhou and Lhasa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lanzhou and arriving at Lhasa. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22h 27m.

How far is it from Lanzhou to Lhasa?

The distance between Lanzhou and Lhasa is 1560 km. The road distance is 2017.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa without a car is to train which takes 22h 27m and costs $26.09 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanzhou to Lhasa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lanzhou to Lhasa train from?

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

Train or bus from Lanzhou to Lhasa?

The best way to get from Lanzhou to Lhasa is to train which takes 22h 27m and costs $26.09 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $51.50 and takes 33h.

Where does the Lanzhou to Lhasa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lanzhou to Lhasa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lanzhou to Lhasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanzhou to Lhasa is 2018 km. It takes approximately 26h 5m to drive from Lanzhou 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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