Tibet Train: All Trains to Lhasa via Qinghai-Tibet Railway

Frequently Asked Questions on Tibet Train

• 1. How to book a Tibet train ticket?

  With a valid passport, you can book Tibet train tickets easily through the official website (12306.cn) , the railway station, or a travel agency. Please note that all tickets are issued under the real-name system, so the document used to purchase the ticket must match with the one you present when boarding.

  As Tibet train tickets are in high demand, especially during peak travel seasons, soft sleepers are often difficult to obtain, making the individual booking challenging. It is wise to book your Tibet train ticket through a local travel agency like us. We can not only secure your train tickets but also obtain the necessary Tibet Travel Permit for your Tibet train tour.

• 2. What documents are needed for Tibet train tour?

  You need to show your Tibet Travel Permit applied by your Tibet travel agency, together with your valid passport and Tibet train ticket to board the Tibet train to Lhasa.

  If you wish to explore more remote attractions in Tibet, such as Mount Kailash and Mansarovar Lake, you will also need to obtain an Aliens' Travel Permit and a Military Area Entry Permit.

• 3. Where can I take the Tibet train to Lhasa?

  You can take a train to Lhasa from many major cities in China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Xining, Xi’an, Chongqing, Lanzhou and more.

  If you want to reach Tibet in the shortest travel time while still enjoying the breathtaking scenery along the Qinghai-Tibet Railway, the Xining-Lhasa train is the best option. Covering a distance of 1,956km, the train takes about 20 hours to offer you a comfortable and memorable journey to Tibet.

• 4. What is the best time to travel to Tibet by train?

  The best time to travel to Tibet by train is from April to October, when the weather is mild and the air is clear. Among these months, June to August, though being the high travel season of Tibet, you can admire the most lush grasslands, sparkling alpine lakes, and magnificent snow-capped mountains along your Tibet train journey.

  From November to March, Tibet enters its winter season, but it’s not so cold as you image. With fewer tourists going to Tibet, you are more easily to obtain Tibet train tickets and experience the unique tranquility of Lhasa.

• 5. How to prevent altitude sickness on Tibet Train?

  Running along the world’s highest railway, the Tibet train is equipped with two advanced oxygen supply systems. When the train arrives at Golmud, the staff will activate the oxygen systems to ensure sufficient oxygen inside the carriages.

  The carriages are designed with a fully sealed structure similar to flight, effectively isolating passengers from the harsh climate and thin air outside. Additionally, you will easily access the piped-in oxygen through a special socket beside each seat or berth to ease altitude sickness symptoms such as headache, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, etc. If symptoms persist or worsen, you seek medical attention from the train staff.