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

The cheapest way to get from Gangtok to Lhasa is to drive which costs ¥460 - ¥700 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gangtok to Lhasa is to drive which takes 7h 40m and costs ¥460 - ¥700.

How far is it from Gangtok to Lhasa?

The distance between Gangtok and Lhasa is 623 km. The road distance is 548.8 km.

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

It takes approximately 20h 25m to get from Gangtok to Lhasa, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Gangtok and Lhasa?

Lhasa is 2h 30m ahead of Gangtok. It is currently 4:22 AM in Gangtok and 6:52 AM in Lhasa.

Can I drive from Gangtok to Lhasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Gangtok to Lhasa is 549 km. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Gangtok to Lhasa.

Where can I stay near Lhasa?

There are 27+ hotels available in Lhasa.

Gangtok to Lhasa - 4 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Gangtok to Lhasa by car, plane, or bus

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Drive, fly, bus
best
1. Drive from Gangtok 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
20h 25m
¥907–4,615
Drive 548.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gangtok to Lhasacar 548.8 km
7h 40m
¥464–670
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Gangtok - SNT bus stand to Siliguri - SNT Bus Standbus
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
46h 2m
¥578–1,002
Bus, drive via Kathmandu
1. Take the bus from Gangtok - SNT bus stand to Siliguri - SNT Bus Standbus
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
46h 52m
¥568–1,002

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

15Weekly Planes

17h 31mAverage Duration

¥773Cheapest Price

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Distance: 622.8 km
Duration: 20h 25m

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

There is no direct connection from Gangtok 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 Gangtok - SNT bus stand to Lhasa Beijiao Passenger Transport Terminal via Siliguri - SNT Bus Stand, Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus, Kathmandu, Gongabu Buspark, Narayan Gopal Chowk, and Zhangmu in around 46h 2m.

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