What is the cheapest way to get from Guangzhou to Lanzhou?

The cheapest way to get from Guangzhou to Lanzhou is to train which costs ¥220 - ¥600 and takes 29h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Guangzhou to Lanzhou?

The fastest way to get from Guangzhou to Lanzhou is to fly and bus which takes 6h 6m and costs ¥2300 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Guangzhou and Lanzhou?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Guangzhou and arriving at Lanzhou. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29h 59m.

How far is it from Guangzhou to Lanzhou?

The distance between Guangzhou and Lanzhou is 1833 km. The road distance is 2184.3 km.

How do I travel from Guangzhou to Lanzhou without a car?

The best way to get from Guangzhou to Lanzhou without a car is to train via Guangzhou South which takes 11h 49m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Guangzhou to Lanzhou?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Guangzhou to Lanzhou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guangzhou to Lanzhou train from?

Guangzhou to Lanzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Guangzhou South station.

Where does the Guangzhou to Lanzhou train arrive?

Guangzhou to Lanzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Lanzhou West Station.

Can I drive from Guangzhou to Lanzhou?

Yes, the driving distance between Guangzhou to Lanzhou is 2184 km. It takes approximately 22h 53m to drive from Guangzhou to Lanzhou.

Where can I stay near Lanzhou?

There are 64+ hotels available in Lanzhou.

Guangzhou to Lanzhou - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Guangzhou to Lanzhou by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Lanzhou (LHW)plane CAN - LHW
2. Take the bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental Hotelbus
6h 16m
¥638–1,841
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Guangzhou to Lanzhoutrain Guangzhou
29h 59m
¥220–600
Train via Guangzhou South
1. Take the train from Guangzhou South station to Lanzhou West Stationtrain Guangzhou South
11h 49m
¥1,054–1,205
Drive 2,184.3 km
1. Drive from Guangzhou to Lanzhoucar 2,184.3 km
22h 53m
¥1,857–2,682
Fly from Foshan Shadi Airport, bus
1. Fly from Foshan Shadi Airport (FUO) to Lanzhou (LHW)plane FUO - LHW
2. Take the bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental Hotelbus
6h 6m
¥2,381–5,644
Train, bus to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Guangzhou South station to Zhuhaitrain
2. Take the bus from Zhuhai Gongbei to Zhuhai Golden Bay International Airportbus
3. Fly from Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH) to Lanzhou (LHW)plane ZUH - LHW
4. Take the bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental Hotelbus
8h 22m
¥849–2,360
Train to Shenzhen Bao'An International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Guangzhou South station to Humentrain
2. Fly from Shenzhen Bao'An International Airport (SZX) to Lanzhou (LHW)plane SZX - LHW
3. Take the bus from Lanzhou Airport to Oriental Hotelbus
8h 11m
¥879–1,391

Guangzhou to Lanzhou by train

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29h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,833.3 km
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Guangzhou, China and Lanzhou, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Guangzhou South station to Lanzhou West Station twice daily. Tickets cost ¥1,050–1,200 and the journey takes 10h.

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