Xining to Lhasa Train (Z8981 & Z8991)
Xining is the main gateway to Tibet by rail, and all trains from mainland China to Lhasa pass through this city. For travelers who wish to take the shortest train journey to Tibet, direct services are available from Xining to Lhasa.
The Z8981 train departs from Xining Railway Station at 12:50 and arrives in Lhasa at 10:20 the following day, taking approximately 22 hours and 30 minutes. The Z8991 train departs at 22:00 and arrives in Lhasa at 18:28 the next day, with a journey time of approximately 20 hours and 28 minutes.
Covering a distance of 1,956 km, this route offers travelers the opportunity to experience the most scenic section of the Qinghai–Tibet Railway, with magnificent views of high-altitude grasslands, snow-covered peaks, turquoise lakes, roaming wildlife, and the vast landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau.
Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥224
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Hard Sleeper:¥ 495
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Soft Sleeper: ¥781
Chengdu to Lhasa Train (Z322)
The Z322 train departs from Chengdu West Railway Station every other day at 21:11 and arrives in Lhasa at approximately 07:24 on the third day, with a total journey time of around 34 hours and 13 minutes. Covering a distance of 3,070 km, this popular route provides a comfortable and scenic journey to Tibet. Along the way, travelers can enjoy the diverse landscapes of western China before joining the world-famous Qinghai–Tibet Railway for the final stretch across the Tibetan Plateau to Lhasa.
Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥302.5
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Hard Sleeper: ¥627.5
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Soft Sleeper: ¥997
Chongqing to Lhasa Train (Z223)
The Z223 train departs from Chongqing West Railway Station every other day at 21:45 and arrives in Lhasa at approximately 07:24 on the third day, with a total journey time of around 33 hours and 39 minutes. Covering a distance of 3,030 km, this route offers a comfortable and scenic journey to Tibet. Travelers can enjoy the changing landscapes of southwestern and northwestern China before joining the world-famous Qinghai–Tibet Railway for the final stretch across the Tibetan Plateau to Lhasa.
Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥302.5
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Hard Sleeper: ¥627.5
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Soft Sleeper: ¥997.5
Xi’an to Lhasa Train (Z265 )
The Z265 train departs from Xi’an Railway Station every other day at 07:53 and arrives in Lhasa at approximately 14:53 the following day, with a total journey time of around 31 hours. Covering a distance of 2,864 km, this route offers a comfortable and scenic journey to Tibet. Passengers travel through the diverse landscapes of northwestern China before joining the world-renowned Qinghai–Tibet Railway for the spectacular final stretch across the Tibetan Plateau to Lhasa.
Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥293.5
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Hard Sleeper: ¥611.5
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Soft Sleeper: ¥969.5
Beijing to Lhasa Train (Z21)
The Z21 train departs daily from Beijing West Railway Station at 19:48 and arrives in Lhasa at approximately 11:46 on the third day, with a total journey time of around 39 hours and 44 minutes. Covering a distance of 3,757 km, it is one of the most iconic and scenic rail journeys in China. After crossing Qinghai Province, passengers travel along the world-famous Qinghai–Tibet Railway, enjoying breathtaking views of the Tibetan Plateau, snow-capped mountains, vast grasslands, and high-altitude lakes before reaching Lhasa.
Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥360
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Hard Sleeper: ¥720
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Soft Sleeper: ¥1,144
Shanghai to Lhasa Train (Z164)
The Z164 train departs daily from Shanghai Railway Station at 18:33 and arrives in Lhasa at approximately 18:28 on the third day, with a total journey time of around 45 hours and 55 minutes. Covering a distance of 4,373 km, it is one of the longest and most remarkable train journeys to Tibet. The route takes passengers across several regions of China, offering ever-changing scenery before joining the world-famous Qinghai–Tibet Railway, where travelers can enjoy spectacular views of vast grasslands, snow-capped mountains, high-altitude lakes, and the breathtaking Tibetan Plateau.
Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥402.5
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Hard Sleeper: ¥793
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Soft Sleeper: ¥1,262
Guangzhou to Lhasa Train (Z264)
The Z264 train departs daily from Guangzhou Baiyun Railway Station at 09:26 and arrives in Lhasa at approximately 14:53 on the third day, with a total journey time of around 55 hours and 27 minutes. Covering a distance of 4,980 km, it is one of the longest train journeys to Tibet. This remarkable route takes passengers across several provinces of China, offering a unique opportunity to experience changing landscapes before joining the world-famous Qinghai–Tibet Railway for the spectacular final stretch across the Tibetan Plateau to Lhasa.
Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥447
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Hard Sleeper: ¥865
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Soft Sleeper: ¥1,468
Lanzhou to Lhasa Train (Z323)
The Z323 service leaves Lanzhou Railway Station each morning at 08:40 and reaches Lhasa at approximately 07:24 the following day, with a total travel time of around 22 hours and 44 minutes. Traveling 2,188 km across northwestern China, this route offers passengers an unforgettable rail experience, passing through the highland landscapes of Qinghai before crossing the spectacular Tibetan Plateau on the renowned Qinghai–Tibet Railway.
Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥240
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Hard Sleeper: ¥522
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Soft Sleeper: ¥823
Golmud to Lhasa Train (Z265)
The Z265 train departs from Golmud Railway Station at 00:54 and arrives in Lhasa at approximately 14:53, with a journey time of around 13 hours and 59 minutes. Covering a distance of 1,142 km, this route follows the most spectacular section of the Qinghai–Tibet Railway. Travelers will pass through vast grasslands, snow-capped mountains, high-altitude lakes, and the breathtaking landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau before reaching Lhasa.
Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥141.5
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Hard Sleeper: ¥358.5
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Soft Sleeper: ¥564.5
Shigatse to Lhasa Train (C886, C888 & C884)
The C886, C888, and C884 trains depart daily from Shigatse Railway Station at 11:05, 16:05, and 19:20, respectively, and arrive in Lhasa after a journey of approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes. Covering a distance of 260 km, this modern railway offers a fast and comfortable way to travel between Tibet’s second-largest city and the regional capital, with beautiful views of the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley along the route.
Ticket Prices:
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Second Class: ¥64
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First Class: ¥103
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Business Class: ¥225
Nyingchi to Lhasa Train (K6832 & C882)
The K6832 train departs daily from Nyingchi Railway Station at 09:50 and arrives in Lhasa after a journey of approximately 5 hours and 28 minutes. The C882 train departs daily at 12:25 and reaches Lhasa in approximately 3 hours and 53 minutes.
Covering a distance of 4 36km, the Nyingchi–Lhasa Railway provides a comfortable and scenic journey through southeastern Tibet, offering beautiful views of river valleys, forests, mountains, and traditional Tibetan villages along the route.
K6832 Ticket Prices:
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Hard Seat: ¥64.5
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Hard Sleeper: ¥159.5
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Soft Sleeper: ¥245.5
C882 Ticket Prices:
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Second Class: ¥129
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First Class: ¥206
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Business Class: ¥452
