Driving from Lhasa to Aqsu
Aqsu lies 1,612 km (1,001 mi) north-west of Lhasa, -2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 24 h 35 min without stops, over roughly 1,966 km (1,222 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Lhasa | Aqsu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 867,900 | 535,657 |
| Elevation | 3,651 m (11,978 ft) | 1,119 m (3,671 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+6 (Asia/Urumqi) |
Clocks in Aqsu are 2 h behind Lhasa right now, so a 24 h 35 min journey lands only 22 h 35 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Aqsu from Lhasa?
1,612 km (1,001 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Lhasa; by road roughly 1,966 km (1,222 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lhasa to Aqsu by car?
About 24 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lhasa and Aqsu?
Aqsu is 2 h behind at the moment (Asia/Urumqi against Asia/Shanghai).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.