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

The cheapest way to get from Tibet to Qinghai is to train which costs ¥210 - ¥550 and takes 20h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tibet to Qinghai is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥750 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct bus between Tibet and Qinghai?

No, there is no direct bus from Tibet station to Qinghai. However, there are services departing from Lasa Bus Station and arriving at Xining via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Tibet and Qinghai?

No, there is no direct train from Tibet to Qinghai. However, there are services departing from Lhasa and arriving at Xining via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 53m.

How far is it from Tibet to Qinghai?

The distance between Tibet and Qinghai is 931 km. The road distance is 1794.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tibet to Qinghai without a car is to train which takes 20h 53m and costs ¥210 - ¥550.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Tibet to Qinghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tibet to Qinghai bus from?

Tibet to Qinghai bus services, operated by Qichezhan, depart from Lasa Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Tibet to Qinghai train from?

Tibet to Qinghai train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Lhasa station.

Train or bus from Tibet to Qinghai?

The best way to get from Tibet to Qinghai is to train which takes 20h 53m and costs ¥210 - ¥550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥360 - ¥364 and takes 30h 36m.

Where does the Tibet to Qinghai bus arrive?

Tibet to Qinghai bus services, operated by Qichezhan, arrive at Xining station.

Where does the Tibet to Qinghai train arrive?

Tibet to Qinghai train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Xining station.

Can I drive from Tibet to Qinghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Tibet to Qinghai is 1794 km. It takes approximately 21h 32m to drive from Tibet to Qinghai.

Where can I stay near Qinghai?

There are 27+ hotels available in Qinghai.

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There are 5 ways to get from Tibet to Qinghai by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, fly to Golmud Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Lhasa to Lhasa-Airport-LXAtaxi
2. Fly from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) to Golmud Airport (GOQ)plane LXA - GOQ
2h 13m
¥786–3,760
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lhasa to Xiningtrain Lhasa
20h 53m
¥215–514
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lasa Bus Station to Xiningbus
30h 36m
¥360–364
Drive 1,794.5 km
1. Drive from Lhasa to Xiningcar 1,794.5 km
21h 32m
¥1,525–2,203
Taxi, fly to Xining
1. Take the taxi from Lhasa to Lhasa-Airport-LXAtaxi
2. Fly from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) to Xining (XNN)plane LXA - XNN
3h 55m
¥1,107–4,981

Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) to Golmud Airport (GOQ) flights

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 931 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Lhasa to Xining every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥170–460 and the journey takes 20h 41m. Alternatively, Qichezhan operates a bus from Lasa Bus Station to Xining twice daily. Tickets cost ¥340 and the journey takes 30h 30m.

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