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Tibet Train: Route, Schedule & Tickets 2025

The Tibet Train, or Qinghai-Tibet Railway, is a remarkable high-altitude rail line connecting Lhasa with major Chinese cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. Opened in 2006, this engineering marvel spans over 1,900 kilometers, with sections soaring above 5,000 meters—earning its title as the world's highest railway. For anyone captivated by the allure of Tibet, this train journey is more than transportation—it's an unforgettable part of the adventure.

Why is taking a Tibet Train a must when traveling to Tibet?

  • Scenic Views: The journey offers stunning vistas of Tibet’s landscapes—endless grasslands, pristine lakes, and majestic snow-capped mountains.
  • Affordable: Train tickets are often more budget-friendly than flights, especially during peak travel seasons.
  • Altitude Acclimatization: The Qinghai-Tibet Railway features an oxygen supply system that helps passengers adjust to the altitude, minimizing the risk of altitude sickness.
  • Cultural Connection: The train ride is a cultural experience, providing opportunities to meet locals and fellow travelers, share stories, and forge meaningful connections.

This guide dives into everything you need to know about the Tibet train journey. Discover train schedules, route maps, onboard facilities, suggested itineraries, an introduction to the trains operating to and from Tibet, and answers to common questions. Whether you're after practical tips or simply building excitement for your adventure, this guide is your ultimate companion for the Qinghai-Tibet Railway experience!

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Tibet Train Routes with Map and Schedule

Check out this detailed Tibet train map, showcasing the exact routes of all trains traveling to Tibet via the Qinghai-Tibet Railway. Currently, trains to Tibet depart from six major cities: Xining, Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and Chongqing. Explore the Tibet train schedules and plan your perfect Tibet train journey today!
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Train Route Dep.-Arr. Distance Frequency Duration
Beijing to Lhasa 19:53 - 11:21 3,757km Daily 39:28 h
Shanghai to Lhasa 18:33/15.05 4,373km Daily 44:32 h
Xining to Lhasa 21:10 - 17:10 1,972km Daily 20 h
Chengdu to Lhasa 21:13 - 07:41 3,360km Every Other Day 34:28 h
Xian to Lhasa 07:53 - 14:17 2864km Daily 30:24 h
Guangzhou to Lhasa 09:20 - 14:17 4,980km Daily 52:57 h
Chongqing to Lhasa 21:56 - 07:41 3,055km Every Other Day 33:45 h
Lanzhou to Lhasa 08:40 - 7:41 2188km Daily 23:01 h

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The Tibet Train journey is set to be the top adventure in 2025, enchanting travelers with a blend of cultural immersion and breathtaking scenery. We've carefully curated train routes from major cities across China, ensuring an unforgettable experience on this scenic and iconic railway tour.
Route: Chengdu - Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - Mt. Everest - Gyirong Port (China and Nepal Border)
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Route: Xining - Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Gyantse - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp (EBC) - Shigatse - Lhasa
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Route: Shanghai - Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Damxung - Namtso Lake - Lhasa
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Qinghai-Tibet Railway Scenery and Facts

The Tibet Train Journey is a world-class sightseeing trip with breathtaking scenery along the way. From the shores of Qinghai Lake to the Kunlun Mountain range, from the uninhabited wilderness of Kekexili to the pastoral expanses of the Changtang Plateau, the landscape transforms from plains to highlands, offering an ever-changing vista. This journey along the 'road to heaven' promises to surprise and enchant you at every turn.

Tibet Train Life and Facilities Onboard

Life aboard the Tibet train is designed to cater to both the comfort and the curiosity of its passengers. As the train weaves through the extraordinary landscapes of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, travelers are treated to a unique blend of modern amenities and local charm.
Oxygen Supply
The Qinghai-Tibet train commences diffuse oxygen supply throughout the train from Xining, ensuring passengers' comfort against altitude sickness. Each seat and bunk in the passenger cabins is equipped with individual oxygen ports, allowing for private oxygen inhalation as needed.
Dining Car
Positioned in the middle of the train, the dining car offers a selection of delicious Chinese meals, snacks, and beverages. Additionally, a snack trolley service is available throughout the train, providing passengers with various options for snacks, drinks, and fruits.
Washrooms
At the junction between two carriages, there are washrooms and washbasins available for passengers. These facilities are intended for simple hygiene routines like washing faces and brushing teeth, as showers are not available on the train. Soft sleeper compartments are equipped with Western-style toilets, while other compartments have squat toilets.
Hard Sleeper
The hard sleeper section provides an economical way to travel, with open bays of six bunks (upper, middle, and lower) on each side of the compartment. The bunks are relatively comfortable and come with clean bedding.
Soft sleeper
Soft sleeper compartments on the Tibet train journey offer a blend of comfort and privacy, ideal for those seeking a tranquil travel experience. These cabins typically feature four bunks with comfortable bedding, climate control, and a lockable door, ensuring a restful and secure environment. Passengers can enjoy amenities such as personal reading lights, power sockets, and storage space for luggage, all while having access to a large window that frames the ever-changing, breathtaking landscapes of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.

Tibet Train Planning & Useful Article

Taking a train to Tibet has many benefits. Check out the best time to take a Tibet Train, and learn about the Tibet train from Lhasa to Nyingchi and Shigatse. Then, pack your bags, bring your sense of wonder, and get ready for an unforgettable ascent to the high altitudes of the Tibetan plateau.

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Discover what our customers are saying about the latest Tibet Train. Browse through their recent reviews and feedback on tour arrangements, guides, transportation, attractions, dining, hotels, and detailed itineraries to plan your own unforgettable China tour. View All Customers Reviews >>
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About the trip.... well, what else I can add of this magnificent place, I think choosing the correct agency will decide your experience in China.
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My guide was excellent. He really took the time to listen to me and understood exactly what was my expectations. I will certainly take my family next time, a piece that f history and lessons to remember…Beautiful and inspiring!
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My guide was excellent. He really took the time to listen to me and understood exactly what was my expectations. I will certainly take my family next ...
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It was a very memorable trip and there were many highlights. From visiting the monasteries in Lhasa, overnight in the Mount Everest base camp at 5200m and watching sunrise on Mount Everest peak the next morning, to seeing the Tibet grassland and Namsto lake, the highest salt water lake in the world. The tour guide spoke good English and explained the sights well.

Special mention and thanks need to be made to Mandy at Asia Odyssey. She answered all the questions l had on the tour and payments. She obtained the Tibet travel permit for me and helped me with the apps that I needed for travelling in China and saw to it that l got picked up at the airport as arranged.
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