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

The cheapest way to get from Golmud to Korla is to train which costs ¥300 - ¥800 and takes 35h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Golmud to Korla is to fly and train which takes 11h 1m and costs ¥1500 - ¥3900.

Is there a direct train between Golmud and Korla?

No, there is no direct train from Golmud to Korla. However, there are services departing from Golmud and arriving at Korla via Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 18m.

How far is it from Golmud to Korla?

The distance between Golmud and Korla is 967 km. The road distance is 1153.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Golmud to Korla without a car is to train which takes 35h 18m and costs ¥300 - ¥800.

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

It takes approximately 13h 44m to get from Golmud to Korla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golmud to Korla train from?

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

Train or fly from Golmud to Korla?

The best way to get from Golmud to Korla is to fly which takes 13h 44m and costs ¥1900 - ¥7500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥300 - ¥800 and takes 35h 18m.

What is the time difference between Golmud and Korla?

Korla is 2h behind Golmud. It is currently 2:18 PM in Golmud and 12:18 PM in Korla.

Where does the Golmud to Korla train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Golmud to Korla?

Yes, the driving distance between Golmud to Korla is 1153 km. It takes approximately 13h 35m to drive from Golmud to Korla.

Where can I stay near Korla?

There are 10+ hotels available in Korla.

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

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Fly to Korla
best
1. Fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Korla (KRL)plane GOQ - KRL
13h 44m
¥1,923–7,275
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Golmud to Lanzhoutrain Lhasa
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Korlatrain Chengdu
35h 18m
¥309–788
Drive 1,153.1 km
1. Drive from Golmud to Korlacar 1,153.1 km
13h 35m
¥981–1,416
Fly to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport, train
1. Fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)plane GOQ - URC
2. Take the train from Ürümqi South to Korlatrain
11h 1m
¥1,558–3,855

Golmud to Korla by train

7Weekly Trains

35h 18mAverage Duration

¥309Cheapest Price

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Distance: 967.4 km
Duration: 13h 44m

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

China Eastern Airlines, China West Air, and Shandong Airlines fly from Golmud Airport (GOQ) to Korla (KRL) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Golmud to Korla via Lanzhou in around 35h 18m.

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