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

The cheapest way to get from Golmud to Kashgar is to train which costs ¥390 - ¥950 and takes 46h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Golmud to Kashgar is to fly which takes 10h 11m and costs ¥1500 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Golmud and Kashgar?

No, there is no direct train from Golmud to Kashgar. However, there are services departing from Golmud and arriving at Kashgar via Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 16m.

How far is it from Golmud to Kashgar?

The distance between Golmud and Kashgar is 1698 km. The road distance is 2121.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Golmud to Kashgar without a car is to train which takes 46h 16m and costs ¥390 - ¥950.

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

It takes approximately 10h 11m to get from Golmud to Kashgar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golmud to Kashgar train from?

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

Train or fly from Golmud to Kashgar?

The best way to get from Golmud to Kashgar is to fly which takes 10h 11m and costs ¥1500 - ¥6500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥390 - ¥950 and takes 46h 16m.

What is the time difference between Golmud and Kashgar?

Kashgar is 2h behind Golmud. It is currently 3:45 PM in Golmud and 1:45 PM in Kashgar.

Where does the Golmud to Kashgar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Golmud to Kashgar?

Yes, the driving distance between Golmud to Kashgar is 2121 km. It takes approximately 23h 1m to drive from Golmud to Kashgar.

Where can I stay near Kashgar?

There are 36+ hotels available in Kashgar.

Golmud to Kashgar - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Golmud to Kashgar by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Kashgar Airport (KHG)plane GOQ - KHG
10h 11m
¥1,502–6,452
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Golmud to Lanzhoutrain Lhasa
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Kashgartrain Chengdu
46h 16m
¥393–906
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 Kashgartrain
2d 16h
¥1,043–1,430
Drive 2,121.3 km
1. Drive from Golmud to Kashgarcar 2,121.3 km
23h 1m
¥1,789–2,584

Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Kashgar Airport (KHG) flights

12Weekly Planes

15h 27mAverage Duration

¥1,483Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,698.4 km
Duration: 10h 11m

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

Tibet Airlines Corporation, China Eastern Airlines, and Air China fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Kashgar Airport (KHG) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Golmud to Kashgar via Lanzhou and Kashgar in around 46h 16m.

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