Xining to Lhasa by train
Lhasa lies 1,258 km (782 mi) south-west of Xining, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 35 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,535 km (954 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Xining | Lhasa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 2.5 million | 867,900 |
| Elevation | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) | 3,651 m (11,978 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Xining railway station, Xining West railway station, Datongxi Railway Station | Lhasa West Railway Station, Damxung Railway Station, Angga railway station |
| Postal codes | 810000 | 850000 |
Where to book trains from Xining to Lhasa
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Staying in Lhasa
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Lhasa. Of the 34 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (17), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 275 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Lhasa
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Common questions
How far is Lhasa from Xining?
1,258 km (782 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Xining; by road roughly 1,535 km (954 mi).
How long does it take to get from Xining to Lhasa by train?
About 6 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Xining and Lhasa?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Lhasa?
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Lhasa, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.