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Lhasa, China → Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar

Composite routes from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar

Cheapest
46 h 44 min
Car
3424 km.
from $188
Other
12 h 29 min
Taxi, Plane
2436 km.
from $393.07
3 d 20 h 51 min
Bus, Train
2436 km.
from $113.27
2 d 20 h 5 min
2436 km.
Select a ticket
2 d 23 h 47 min
Bus, Train
2436 km.
from $352.62

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Lhasa Gonggar Airport to Khöshig
Ave. Duration:
15h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$402.17

Aero Mongolia

Website:
aeromongolia.mn/
Plane from Lhasa Gonggar Airport to Khöshig
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$271.74–$423.91

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
10h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.70–$119.57

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Lhasa to Zhongwei
Ave. Duration:
29h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$76.09

Ulaanbaatar Railway

Phone:
+976-1900-1949
Email:
ubtz@ubtz.mn
Website:
ubtz.mn/
Train from Zamyn Uud to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
15h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.70–$67.01
Train from Hohhot Station to Choir
Ave. Duration:
31h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$130.43
Train from Choir to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.37–$11.96

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Zhongwei to Jining
Ave. Duration:
14h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$33.70
Train from Xining to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
21h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$45.65

China Railways T-Class

Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Zhongwei to Jining
Ave. Duration:
13h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$33.70

China Railways

Phone:
86-010-12306
Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Jining South Station to Erlian
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Train from Erlian to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
16h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$108.70–$163.04
Train from Zamyn Uud to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
12h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$108.70–$163.04

Bus operators

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Lasa Bus Station to Xining
Ave. Duration:
30h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.60

China Bus Guide

Email:
bus@chinatrainguide.com
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Beijing Xinfadi to Erenhot
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.86

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar?

The cheapest way to get from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar is to bus and train which costs $76.09 - $239.13 and takes 3 days 20h.

What is the fastest way to get from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar?

The fastest way to get from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar is to taxi and fly which takes 12h 29m and costs $163.04 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct train between Lhasa and Ulaanbaatar?

No, there is no direct train from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar. However, there are services departing from Lhasa and arriving at Ulaanbaatar via Zhongwei, Jining South Station and Erlian. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 20h.

How far is it from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar?

The distance between Lhasa and Ulaanbaatar is 2559 km. The road distance is 3831.6 km.

How do I travel from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar without a car?

The best way to get from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar without a car is to train which takes 2 days 20h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar?

It takes approximately 12h 29m to get from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar train from?

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

Where does the Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar train arrive?

Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Zhongwei station.

Can I drive from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar?

Yes, the driving distance between Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar is 3832 km. It takes approximately 2 days 1h to drive from Lhasa to Ulaanbaatar.

Where can I stay near Ulaanbaatar?

There are 235+ hotels available in Ulaanbaatar. Prices start at $46.65 per night.
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