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

The cheapest way to get from Darjeeling to Lhasa is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥800 and takes 9h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darjeeling to Lhasa is to drive which takes 9h 13m and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

How far is it from Darjeeling to Lhasa?

The distance between Darjeeling and Lhasa is 550 km. The road distance is 641.1 km.

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

It takes approximately 19h 35m to get from Darjeeling to Lhasa, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Darjeeling and Lhasa?

Lhasa is 2h 30m ahead of Darjeeling. It is currently 8:43 PM in Darjeeling and 11:13 PM in Lhasa.

Can I drive from Darjeeling to Lhasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Darjeeling to Lhasa is 641 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Darjeeling to Lhasa.

Where can I stay near Lhasa?

There are 27+ hotels available in Lhasa.

Darjeeling to Lhasa - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Darjeeling to Lhasa by car, plane, bus, or train

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Drive to Bhadrapur Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Drive from Darjeeling to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)car
2. Fly from Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)plane BDP - LXA
3. Take the bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureaubus
19h 35m
¥845–4,526
Drive 641.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Darjeeling to Lhasacar 641.1 km
9h 13m
¥543–783
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Darjeeling to Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus to Kathmandubus
3. Drive from Narayan Gopal Chowk to Zhangmucar
4. Take the bus from Zhangmu to Lhasa Beijiao Passenger Transport Terminalbus
43h 57m
¥566–979
Drive to Biratnagar Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from Darjeeling to Biratnagar Airport (BIR)car
2. Fly from Biratnagar Airport (BIR) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)plane BIR - LXA
3. Take the bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureaubus
17h 58m
¥771–3,936
Train, bus, drive
1. Take the train from Darjeeling to Siliguri Jntrain
2. Take the bus from Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus to Kathmandubus
3. Drive from Budhanilkantha to Zhangmucar
4. Take the bus from Zhangmu to Lhasa Beijiao Passenger Transport Terminalbus
2d
¥569–1,041

Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) flights

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17h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 550.2 km
Duration: 19h 35m

What companies run services between Darjeeling, India and Lhasa, China?

There is no direct connection from Darjeeling to Lhasa. However, you can drive to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) airport, fly to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA), walk to Lhasa Airport, then take the bus to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureau. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darjeeling to Lhasa Beijiao Passenger Transport Terminal via Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminus, Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus, Kathmandu, Gongabu Buspark, Narayan Gopal Chowk, and Zhangmu in around 43h 57m.

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