What is the cheapest way to get from Golmud to Hotan?

The cheapest way to get from Golmud to Hotan is to train via Turfan North which costs ¥450 - ¥1100 and takes 46h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Golmud to Hotan?

The fastest way to get from Golmud to Hotan is to fly which takes 10h 1m and costs ¥2000 - ¥4100.

Is there a direct train between Golmud and Hotan?

No, there is no direct train from Golmud to Hotan. However, there are services departing from Golmud and arriving at Hetian via Lanzhou and Turpan North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 43m.

How far is it from Golmud to Hotan?

The distance between Golmud and Hotan is 1350 km. The road distance is 1631.6 km.

How do I travel from Golmud to Hotan without a car?

The best way to get from Golmud to Hotan without a car is to train via Turfan North which takes 46h 43m and costs ¥450 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Golmud to Hotan?

It takes approximately 10h 1m to get from Golmud to Hotan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golmud to Hotan train from?

Golmud to Hotan train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Golmud station.

Train or fly from Golmud to Hotan?

The best way to get from Golmud to Hotan is to fly which takes 10h 1m and costs ¥2000 - ¥4100. Alternatively, you can train via Turfan North, which costs ¥450 - ¥1100 and takes 46h 43m.

What is the time difference between Golmud and Hotan?

Hotan is 2h behind Golmud. It is currently 11:14 AM in Golmud and 9:14 AM in Hotan.

Where does the Golmud to Hotan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Golmud to Hotan?

Yes, the driving distance between Golmud to Hotan is 1632 km. It takes approximately 18h 9m to drive from Golmud to Hotan.

Where can I stay near Hotan?

There are two+ hotels available in Hotan.

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There are 5 ways to get from Golmud to Hotan by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Hotan Airport (HTN)plane GOQ - HTN
10h 1m
¥2,029–4,086
Train via Turfan North
cheapest
1. Take the train from Golmud to Lanzhoutrain
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Turfan Northtrain
3. Take the train from Turpan North Station to Hetiantrain
46h 43m
¥454–1,036
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Golmud to Lanzhoutrain
2. Take the bus from Lanzhou to Pingliang Westbus
3. Take the bus from Pingliang East to Urumqibus
4. Take the bus from Urumchi South to Aksubus
5. Take the train from Aksu to Hetiantrain
2d 22h
¥1,089–1,520
Drive 1,631.6 km
1. Drive from Golmud to Hotancar 1,631.6 km
18h 9m
¥1,378–1,991
Train
1. Take the train from Golmud to Lanzhoutrain
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Heshuotrain
3. Take the train from Heshuo to Hetiantrain
2d 6h
¥454–1,126

Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Hotan Airport (HTN) flights

21Weekly Planes

15h 21mAverage Duration

¥2,010Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,350.5 km
Duration: 10h 1m

What companies run services between Golmud, China and Hotan, China?

China Eastern Airlines, China West Air, and five other airlines fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Hotan Airport (HTN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Golmud to Hotan via Lanzhou, Turfan North, Turpan North Station, and Hetian in around 46h 43m.

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