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Here, we show you some practical travel tips to help you plan better before you go and deal with emergencies or unpredictable situations on your trip. If you choose us, we will do our best to provide you with first-class service and sincere travel tips and suggestions.

Complete guide to reaching Lhasa by flight, train, or overland from China and Nepal. Compare travel times, routes, and scenic options for your Tibet trip.

How to Get to Lhasa?

beatrice
Beatrice
Travel Advisor
The world's highest railway station is on the Qinghai Tibet Railway.
Lhasa to Xining train passes through Nagqu, Amdo, Golmud, and finally to Xining. You can check the train schedule and the scenery along the way.

Lhasa to Xining Train

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Lanzhou to Lhasa train takes around 23 hours and covers a distance of 2,188 km. There are 4 to 5 trains heading to Tibet each day from Lanzhou.

Lanzhou to Lhasa Train

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Guangzhou to Lhasa Train Z264 takes 53 hours and 28 minutes and covers a distance of 4,980 km. The train journey is definitely worth taking your time.

Guangzhou to Lhasa Train

Caroline
Caroline
Travel Advisor
Beijing to Lhasa train
Beijing to Lhasa train (Z21) departs daily at 19:22 and arrives at 11:42 on the third day. It covers 3,757 kilometers and takes 40 hours and 20 minutes.

Beijing to Lhasa Train

nance
Nance
Travel Advisor
Xining to Lhasa Train
Xining to Lhasa train is the shortest train journey to Tibet, covering 1,972 km and taking 21 hrs. You can view the amazing scenery of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway.

Xining to Lhasa Train

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Shanghai to Lhasa train map
Shanghai to Lhasa train (Z164) takes around 44 hours and 57 minutes. It's regarded as the most beautiful train route to Tibet.

Shanghai to Lhasa Train

Mark
Travel Advisor
Lhasa Railway Station
Lhasa to Shigatse train is an extension of the Qinghai-Tibet railway. It takes about 2.5 hours for 253 kilometers and provides beautiful natural views.

Lhasa to Shigatse Train

nance
Nance
Travel Advisor
Lhasa to Nyingchi train guide with route overview, schedules, ticket prices, travel time, and scenic highlights along Tibet's most beautiful railway.

Lhasa to Nyingchi Train

Julie
Julie
Travel Advisor
Lhasa to Chengdu train
Chengdu to Lhasa train Z322 takes about 34hr 30min and departs every other day. Although it's a long journey, the charming scenery makes your time worth it.

Chengdu to Lhasa Train

Zoe
Zoe
Travel Advisor
Plateau scenery
Chongqing to Lhasa train Z223 departs every other day. The whole distance is about 3,269 kilometers and it takes about 33 hours and 48 minutes.

Chongqing to Lhasa Train

Liffity
Liffity
Travel Advisor
Complete Kailash Yatra guide for NRI & OCI pilgrims: permits, routes, food, accommodation, and tips for a safe, spiritual journey to Kailash & Manasarovar.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra for NRI & OCI Travelers

beatrice
Beatrice
Travel Advisor
See the distributions of major tourist attractions.
Check the detailed Lhasa travel maps including where is Lhasa, Lhasa tourist Map, Lhasa transportation map and more.

Lhasa Map

beatrice
Beatrice
Travel Advisor
Kuan Zhai Alley
Chengdu to Tibet is a popular tourist route as there are multiple international flights to Chengdu and it's very convenient to travel to Lhasa from Chengdu.

How to Get to Tibet from Chengdu?

Eric
Eric
Travel Advisor
Plan your Mount Kailash trip from Germany with expert tips on routes, permits, flights, and trekking essentials for a smooth and safe journey.

Plan Your Mount Kailash Tour from Germany

Emily
Emily
Travel Advisor
Discover the best Tibet tours from Singapore. We handle permits, routes, hotels, and guides, making your high-altitude journey comfortable and worry-free.

Tibet Tours from Singapore

beatrice
Beatrice
Travel Advisor
Temple of Heaven, one of the landmarks of Beijing.
You can take a non-stop flight or a direct train to travel from Beijing to Lhasa. Check options, Tibet Travel Permit requirements, and top places to visit.

How to Travel to Tibet from Beijing?

Catherine
Catherine
Travel Advisor
There are three viable options to get to Tibet from Shanghai, namely: by Shanghai Lhasa train, by flight, or by a combination of plane and train travel.

How to Get to Tibet from Shanghai?

Lynn
Lynn
Travel Advisor
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When going to Tibet, you would be advised you not to mention Tibet during your China Visa application. But why it is so? Check more for detailed info.

Why Not Mention Tibet During Your China Visa Applying

Eric
Eric
Travel Advisor
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Everest Base Camp has a typical plateau and mountain climate, so the weather is complex and changeable, and the natural environment is harsh.

Weather and Climate of Everest Base Camp

Catherine
Catherine
Travel Advisor

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