What is the cheapest way to get from Dunhuang to Tibet?

The cheapest way to get from Dunhuang to Tibet is to train which costs ¥330 - ¥850 and takes 36h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunhuang to Tibet?

The fastest way to get from Dunhuang to Tibet is to fly and bus which takes 9h 52m and costs ¥1900 - ¥9000.

Is there a direct train between Dunhuang and Tibet?

No, there is no direct train from Dunhuang to Tibet. However, there are services departing from Dunhuang and arriving at Lhasa via Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 39m.

How far is it from Dunhuang to Tibet?

The distance between Dunhuang and Tibet is 1177 km. The road distance is 1686.1 km.

How do I travel from Dunhuang to Tibet without a car?

The best way to get from Dunhuang to Tibet without a car is to train which takes 36h 39m and costs ¥330 - ¥850.

How long does it take to get from Dunhuang to Tibet?

It takes approximately 11h 5m to get from Dunhuang to Tibet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunhuang to Tibet train from?

Dunhuang to Tibet train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Dunhuang station.

Train or fly from Dunhuang to Tibet?

The best way to get from Dunhuang to Tibet is to fly which takes 11h 5m and costs ¥2600 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥330 - ¥850 and takes 36h 39m.

Where does the Dunhuang to Tibet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunhuang to Tibet?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunhuang to Tibet is 1686 km. It takes approximately 21h 35m to drive from Dunhuang to Tibet.

Where can I stay near Tibet?

There are 28+ hotels available in Tibet.

Dunhuang to Tibet - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Dunhuang to Tibet by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly to Nyingchi Mainling Airport
best
1. Fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Nyingchi Mainling Airport (LZY)plane DNH - LZY
11h 5m
¥2,625–11,031
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dunhuang to Lanzhoutrain Dunhuang
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Lhasatrain Shanghai / ...
36h 39m
¥334–819
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dunhuang to Jiuquanbus
2. Take the train from Jiuquan to Lanzhoutrain
3. Take the bus from Lanzhou to Lasa Bus Stationbus
2d
¥569–817
Drive 1,686.1 km
1. Drive from Dunhuang to Lhasacar 1,686.1 km
21h 35m
¥1,433–2,070
Fly to Lhasa Gonggar Airport, bus
1. Fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)plane DNH - LXA
2. Take the bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureaubus
9h 52m
¥1,942–8,546
Fly to Changdu Bangda Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Changdu Bangda Airport (BPX)plane DNH - BPX
2. Take the taxi from Changdu Bangda Airport (BPX) to Chamdotaxi
13h 32m
¥1,451–5,811
Fly to Shigatse Peace Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Shigatse Peace Airport (RKZ)plane DNH - RKZ
2. Take the taxi from Shigatse Peace Airport (RKZ) to Namlingtaxi
12h 39m
¥1,661–6,691
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dunhuang Station to Hekou Southtrain
2. Take the train from Hekou South to Xiningtrain
3. Take the bus from Xining to Lasa Bus Stationbus
2d 1h
¥487–720

Dunhuang (DNH) to Nyingchi Mainling Airport (LZY) flights

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11h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,177.4 km
Duration: 11h 5m

What companies run services between Dunhuang, China and Tibet, China?

China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and five other airlines fly from Dunhuang (DNH) to Nyingchi Mainling Airport (LZY) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunhuang Bus Station to Lhasa via Dunhuang train station, Dunhuang, Lanzhou, and Lhasa in around 36h 39m.

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