Xining to Golmud

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Xining to Golmud Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Train	China Railway	Second Class Seat	07:10	13:00	$36.96
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	08:14	16:15	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	11:47	17:57	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Second Class Seat	12:40	18:10	$36.96
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	13:40	21:26	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	15:32	21:42	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	18:19	00:29	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	19:28	01:31	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	21:10	03:13	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	21:50	04:00	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	22:20	06:30	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Hard Seat	23:15	05:48	$21.16
Train	China Railway	Soft Sleeper	23:45	07:50	$51.86

When you want to get from Xining to Golmud, your choices are limited. There is only one option we offer for this route:

The overland distance from Xining to Golmud is 184 miles (295 km).
The flying distance is 184 miles (295 km).

The travel time from Xining to Golmud takes approximately 11 hours.

To get from Xining to Golmud prepare to shell out about USD 19.97 for your ticket.

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 17 departures a day.

While train is the only option we offer for this route, these simple tips and recommendations will help enhance your travel experience.

Things to remember before buying your train ticket:

Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel.
In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough - it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.
If you are in for a premium experience, opt for a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi and a choice of snacks and drinks.

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