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Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia → Lhasa, China

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ulaanbaatar to Lhasa

Composite routes from Ulaanbaatar to Lhasa

Cheapest
46 h 54 min
Car
3430 km.
from $188
Other
13 h 38 min
Plane, Bus
2438 km.
from $615.85
2 d 21 h 37 min
2439 km.
from $173.67
3 d 4 h 24 min
Train, bus via Yinchuan, Train, bus via Yinchuan
2438 km.
from $5.43
3 d 9 h 34 min
Train, Bus
2436 km.
from $202.22

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Khöshig Valley Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
17h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$760.87

Train operators

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Zhongwei to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
28h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$81.52

Ulaanbaatar Railway

Phone:
+976-1900-1949
Email:
ubtz@ubtz.mn
Website:
ubtz.mn/
Train from Ulaanbaatar to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
25h 1m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$130.43
Train from Ulaanbaatar to Choir
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.48–$13.04
Train from Choir to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
20h 23m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$130.43

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Hohhot East to Xining
Ave. Duration:
21h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$46.74

China Railways

Phone:
86-010-12306
Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Ulaanbaatar to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
25h 34m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$130.43–$206.52
Train from Hohhot to Zhongwei
Ave. Duration:
13h 43m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$30.43

Bus operators

Airports China

Bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.39

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Lanzhou to Lasa
Ave. Duration:
33h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.50
Bus from Xining to Lasa
Ave. Duration:
30h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.08

Ctrip

Phone:
400-830-6666
Website:
ctrip.com/
Bus from Yinchuan Nanmen Station to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.98

Checi

Website:
checi.cn
Bus from Hohhot to Yinchuan
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa?

The cheapest way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa is to train which costs $54.35 - $239.13 and takes 2 days 21h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa?

The fastest way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa is to fly and bus which takes 13h 38m and costs $326.09 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct train between Ulaanbaatar (State) and Lhasa?

No, there is no direct train from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa. However, there are services departing from Ulaanbaatar and arriving at Lhasa via Hohhot and Zhongwei. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 21h.

How far is it from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa?

The distance between Ulaanbaatar (State) and Lhasa is 2562 km. The road distance is 3401.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa without a car is to train which takes 2 days 21h and costs $54.35 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa?

It takes approximately 13h 38m to get from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa train from?

Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa train services, operated by China Railways, depart from Ulaanbaatar station.

Where does the Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa train arrive?

Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa train services, operated by China Railways, arrive at Hohhot Station.

Can I drive from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa is 3401 km. It takes approximately 2 days 1h to drive from Ulaanbaatar (State) to Lhasa.

Where can I stay near Lhasa?

There are 26+ hotels available in Lhasa. Prices start at $9.75 per night.
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