What is the cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Tibet?

The cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Tibet is to train which costs ¥250 - ¥700 and takes 31h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xi'an to Tibet?

The fastest way to get from Xi'an to Tibet is to fly and bus which takes 6h 41m and costs ¥1600 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Xi'an and Tibet?

No, there is no direct bus from Xi'an to Tibet station. However, there are services departing from CityOn Shopping Center and arriving at Lasa Bus Station via Xi An Airport, Xi'an and Lanzhou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Xi'an and Tibet?

No, there is no direct train from Xi'an to Tibet. However, there are services departing from Xi'an and arriving at Lhasa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 15m.

How far is it from Xi'an to Tibet?

The distance between Xi'an and Tibet is 1873 km. The road distance is 2613.4 km.

How do I travel from Xi'an to Tibet without a car?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Tibet without a car is to train which takes 31h 15m and costs ¥250 - ¥700.

How long does it take to get from Xi'an to Tibet?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Xi'an to Tibet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xi'an to Tibet bus from?

Xi'an to Tibet bus services, operated by Ctrip, depart from Xi'an station.

Where do I catch the Xi'an to Tibet train from?

Xi'an to Tibet train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Xi'an station.

Train or bus from Xi'an to Tibet?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Tibet is to train which takes 31h 15m and costs ¥250 - ¥700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥650 - ¥710 and takes 44h 51m.

Where does the Xi'an to Tibet bus arrive?

Xi'an to Tibet bus services, operated by Ctrip, arrive at Gansu Lanzhou station.

Where does the Xi'an to Tibet train arrive?

Xi'an to Tibet train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Lhasa station.

Can I drive from Xi'an to Tibet?

Yes, the driving distance between Xi'an to Tibet is 2613 km. It takes approximately 30h 20m to drive from Xi'an to Tibet.

Where can I stay near Tibet?

There are 28+ hotels available in Tibet.

Xi'an to Tibet - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Xi'an to Tibet by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)plane XIY - LXA
2. Take the bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa Civil Aviation Bureaubus
6h 41m
¥1,670–3,993
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xi'an to Lhasatrain Shanghai / ...
31h 15m
¥254–679
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Xi'an North to Chengdu Easttrain Beijing-Chengdu 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chengdu to Lhasa Bus Stationbus
39h
¥635–1,311
Drive 2,613.4 km
1. Drive from Xi'an to Tibetcar 2,613.4 km
30h 20m
¥2,222–3,210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Xi'an to Gansu Lanzhoubus
2. Take the bus from Lanzhou to Lasa Bus Stationbus
44h 51m
¥658–704

Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) flights

60Weekly Planes

3h 30mAverage Duration

¥991Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,873.2 km
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Xi'an, China and Tibet, China?

China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Xi'an to Lhasa twice daily. Tickets cost ¥230–650 and the journey takes 29h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from CityOn Shopping Center to Tibet via Xi An Airport, City West Bus Station, Xi'an, Gansu Lanzhou, Lanzhou, and Lasa Bus Station in around 44h 51m.

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