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

The cheapest way to get from Kashgar to Tibet is to train which costs ¥490 - ¥1200 and takes 2 days 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kashgar to Tibet is to fly and bus which takes 8h 47m and costs ¥2900 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Kashgar and Tibet?

No, there is no direct train from Kashgar to Tibet. However, there are services departing from Kashgar and arriving at Lhasa via Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Kashgar to Tibet?

The distance between Kashgar and Tibet is 2021 km. The road distance is 2600.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kashgar to Tibet without a car is to train which takes 2 days 13h and costs ¥490 - ¥1200.

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

It takes approximately 12h 15m to get from Kashgar to Tibet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kashgar to Tibet train from?

Kashgar to Tibet train services, operated by China Railways T-Class, depart from Kashgar station.

Train or fly from Kashgar to Tibet?

The best way to get from Kashgar to Tibet is to fly which takes 12h 15m and costs ¥8000 - ¥18000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥490 - ¥1200 and takes 2 days 13h.

What is the time difference between Kashgar and Tibet?

Tibet is 2h ahead of Kashgar. It is currently 3:06 AM in Kashgar and 5:06 AM in Tibet.

Where does the Kashgar to Tibet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kashgar to Tibet?

Yes, the driving distance between Kashgar to Tibet is 2600 km. It takes approximately 34h 9m to drive from Kashgar to Tibet.

Where can I stay near Tibet?

There are 28+ hotels available in Tibet.

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There are 8 ways to get from Kashgar to Tibet by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly to Nyingchi Mainling Airport
best
1. Fly from Kashgar Airport (KHG) to Nyingchi Mainling Airport (LZY)plane KHG - LZY
12h 15m
¥8,042–17,052
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kashgar to Lanzhoutrain
2. Take the train from Lanzhou to Lhasatrain
2d 13h
¥498–1,195
Train, bus via Ürümqi
1. Take the train from Kashgar to Ürümqi Southtrain
2. Take the bus from Urumqi to Pingliang Eastbus
3. Take the bus from Pingliang West to Lanzhoubus
4. Take the bus from Lanzhou to Lasa Bus Stationbus
3d 13h
¥1,287–1,519
Drive 2,600.5 km
1. Drive from Kashgar to Lhasacar 2,600.5 km
34h 9m
¥2,210–3,192
Fly to Changdu Bangda Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Kashgar Airport (KHG) to Changdu Bangda Airport (BPX)plane KHG - BPX
2. Take the taxi from Changdu Bangda Airport (BPX) to Chamdotaxi
13h 42m
¥2,368–8,832
Fly to Lhasa Gonggar Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kashgar Airport (KHG) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)plane KHG - LXA
2. Take the bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureaubus
8h 47m
¥2,959–5,567
Fly to Shigatse Peace Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Kashgar Airport (KHG) to Shigatse Peace Airport (RKZ)plane KHG - RKZ
2. Take the taxi from Shigatse Peace Airport (RKZ) to Namlingtaxi
13h 50m
¥2,578–9,712
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kashgar to Chengdu Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Chengdu to Lhasa Bus Stationbus
3d 11h
¥774–1,416

Kashgar Airport (KHG) to Nyingchi Mainling Airport (LZY) flights

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14h 13mAverage Duration

¥8,319Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,021 km
Duration: 12h 15m

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

China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Kashgar Airport (KHG) to Nyingchi Mainling Airport (LZY) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kashgar to Lhasa via Kashgar, Lanzhou, and Lhasa in around 2d 13h.

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