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Nanjing to Lhasa trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Nanjing and Lhasa takes 41h 45m. There is at least one train per day from Nanjing to Lhasa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

41h 45m
Duration
3,815 km
Distance
¥400
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Nanjing to Lhasa train times

Trains run once daily between Nanjing and Lhasa. The service departs Nanjing at 9:20 PM at night, which arrives into Lhasa at 15:05:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 41h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 3,815.1 km
  • Duration: 41h 45m

What companies run services between Nanjing, China and Lhasa, China?

China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Nanjing to Lhasa once daily. Tickets cost ¥320–900 and the journey takes 41h 45m.

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