Lhasa Railway Station
The terminus of the Qinghai-Tibet railway, a Tibetan-style station south of the city centre where the famous 47-hour high-altitude train journey from Beijing or Xining ends. Arrival logistics, ticketing and transfer tips.
Overview
Quick facts about Lhasa Railway Station
The terminus of the Qinghai-Tibet railway, a Tibetan-style station south of the city centre where the famous 47-hour high-altitude train journey from Beijing or Xining ends. Arrival logistics, ticketing and transfer tips.
| Type | Railway Station |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 3,640 m (11,942 ft) |
| Visit length | About 1 hours |
| Opening hours | Ticket hall roughly 06:00-24:00; train schedule dependent |
| Good to know | The terminus of the Qinghai-Tibet railway, an architecturally striking Tibetan-style station south of the city centre where the famous high-altitude train journey ends |
How to visit
Practical advice from our Lhasa team.
- Walk slowly. Steep stairs at altitude are harder — come on your second or third day, not the day you arrive.
- Taxi drop-off: Station square kerbside
- Bus: City buses and airport-style shuttles serve the station square
Hotels near Lhasa Railway Station
Sorted by walking or driving distance when we have it; otherwise hotels we use in the same city.
Best time to visit
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