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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lhasa to Lanzhou

Composite routes from Lhasa to Lanzhou

Cheapest
28 h 29 min
Car
2243 km.
from $123
Other
3 h 56 min
Taxi, Plane, Bus
1383 km.
from $289.17

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Lhasa Gonggar Airport to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$267.17

Tibet Airlines Corporation

Website:
tibetairlines.com/
Plane from Lhasa Gonggar Airport to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$267.17

Train operators

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Lhasa to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
24h 34m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$76.34

Bus operators

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Lasa Bus Station to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
33h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.35

Lanzhou Airport Transportation

Phone:
0931-96556
Website:
travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/gansu/lanzhou/airport.htm
Bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.61

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lhasa to Lanzhou is to train which costs $25 - $65.22 and takes 24h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lhasa to Lanzhou is to taxi and fly and bus which takes 3h 56m and costs $163.04 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Lhasa and Lanzhou?

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

Is there a direct train between Lhasa and Lanzhou?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lhasa and arriving at Lanzhou. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24h 34m.

How far is it from Lhasa to Lanzhou?

The distance between Lhasa and Lanzhou is 1557 km. The road distance is 2124.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lhasa to Lanzhou without a car is to train which takes 24h 34m and costs $25 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Lhasa to Lanzhou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lhasa to Lanzhou bus from?

Lhasa to Lanzhou bus services, operated by Qichezhan, depart from Lasa Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lhasa to Lanzhou train from?

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

Train or bus from Lhasa to Lanzhou?

The best way to get from Lhasa to Lanzhou is to train which takes 24h 34m and costs $25 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $49.85 and takes 33h.

Where does the Lhasa to Lanzhou bus arrive?

Lhasa to Lanzhou bus services, operated by Qichezhan, arrive at Lanzhou station.

What is the time difference between Lhasa and Lanzhou?

It is currently 15:40 at both, Lhasa and Lanzhou.

Where does the Lhasa to Lanzhou train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lhasa to Lanzhou?

Yes, the driving distance between Lhasa to Lanzhou is 2125 km. It takes approximately 26h 23m to drive from Lhasa to Lanzhou.

Where can I stay near Lanzhou?

There are 48+ hotels available in Lanzhou. Prices start at $16.39 per night.
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