Lhasa to Nyingchi Train

Lhasa Nyingchi Railway opened on June 25, 2021, and is the first electrified train in eastern Tibet. There are two trains between Lhasa and Nyingchi every day, and one train between Shigatse and Nyingchi (passing Lhasa).

Lhasa Nyingchi Train Schedule and Ticket Booking Guide

Lhasa Nyingchi Train Schedule 2023

There are two trains between Lhasa and Nyingchi every day, and one train between Shigatse and Nyingchi (passing Lhasa).

The D train means the high-speed train or bullet train, while the Z train means the fast non-stop train. It could be a rare chance to experience the high-speed train running on the highest plateau in the world.

Timetable of Lhasa to Nyingchi Train – C881 & C893

Timetable of Nyingchi to Lhasa Train – C882 & C884

About ticket price:
The ticket prices above are the net price. In reality, since the demand for Tibet train tickets far exceeds the supply, to successfully book the train ticket for you, an additional service fee is involved. However, we will manage to secure the ticket and ensure you a seamless Tibet train journey.

How to Book Lhasa Nyingchi Train Ticket

You can also book Tibet train tickets on the official website (12306.cn), which is currently available in Chinese and English.

You need to register as a user with a valid passport number to purchase tickets online. The payment method supports Alipay, Wechat, and online Bank.

However, the most convenient way is to book with us. When you arrange your travel route with us, just tell your travel consultant the train ticket you want.

This way you can save yourself a lot of trouble. If there is a sudden situation such as the ticket is sold out, we can also provide alternative solutions at the first time.

How to get Lhasa Nyingchi Train Ticket

It is easy to collect your Lhasa to Nyingchi Train ticket at Lhasa railway station. It is suggested to arrive at Lhasa railway station in advance, and pick up your ticket from the ticket window.

You need to show your passport, booking number and Tibet permit.

Life onboard Lhasa Nyingchi High-speed Train

The D trains running between Lhasa and Nyingch are bullet trains. It is highly recommended to experience the high speed train as it is a rare chance.

Seats on Lhasa Nyingchi High-speed Train

The high speed train running between Lhasa and Nyingchi has 3 classes of seat, namely the business class, the first class, and the second class.

The Business class seat is the most deluxe seat on the high-speed train with the highest price.

There is one seat on each side of the aisle. Each has much private space. The leather seat can be adjusted to different angles with the controls, even allowing you to lie completely flat so that you can enjoy your Lhasa Nyingchi train journey in comfort.

There is also an LCD TV in front of each seat for you to watch video programs. There is also a lamp, sockets, and wireless chargers for your cell phones.

Free wi-fi is also available onboard. It is convenient for you to work on the train or surf the Internet for entertainment.

The Business Class Seat on Lhasa Nyingchi High-speed Train

First-class seats are relatively cheaper compared to business seats. In the first-class coach, there are four seats per row, two on each side of the aisle. It gives you more room to move around.

The First-class Seat on Lhasa Nyingchi High-speed Train

The smallest space for movement is the second class seat, which has five seats in a row, three on one side of the aisle and two on the other.

The seat material is also not as comfortable as the previous two seats. But because of the cheapest price, the second-class seat is also the most popular among ordinary tourists.

The Second-class Seat on Lhasa Nyingchi High-speed Train

Which seat to choose?
If price is not an issue, then a more expensive class means more privacy for you onboard. No matter what seat you choose, it is suggested to book your train ticket early, especially if you are traveling in peak season, like the peach blossom festival (late March to early April), the summer holiday, and the Golden Week at the beginning of October.

Oxygen Supply System on board

The high-speed train from Lhasa to Nyingchi is customized for Tibet Plateau. The train is equipped with continuous oxygen supply systems, including diffused oxygen supply in the car and separate oxygen supply ports under the seats.

Oxygen Supply on Lhasa Nyingchi High-speed Train

Toilets onboard

On the Lhasa-Nyingchi high-speed train, each carriage is equipped with a Western-style restroom at the end.

On the other side of the corridor is a common hand-washing sink

Toilet on Lhasa Nyingchi Train

Washing Basin on Lhasa Nyingchi Train

More Travel Tips onboard

1. At the end of each coach, there is a hot water dispenser that offer boiled water for free.

2. Smoking is not allowed on board high speed trains.

3. You luggage can be put on the luggage rack above your seat.

Lhasa Nyingchi Railway - The First Electrified Railroad in Tibet

Lhasa-Nyingchi railway is the last section of the Sichuan-Tibet railway. It starts from Lhasa in the west, passes through Shannan City, and ends at Nyingchi in the east.

It is the proposed section of the Sichuan Tibet railway, which will be the second railway to Tibet from mainland China.

Lhasa Nyingchi Railway Map

The length of the Lhasa Nyingchi Railway is around 423 kilometer’s long, but 75% of it are tunnels and bridges.

In total, there are 47 tunnels and 121 bridges. The marvels of the plateau railroad engineering include the 525.1-meter-long Zangmu Yarlung Zangbo River Bridge and the 2,515-meter-long Lingdana Tunnel.

Shuttling between the tunnels and the bridges, if not for the flashing plateau scenery outside the window, you may hardly realize that this windy high-speed train is running on the roof of the world.

Travel from Lhasa to Nyingchi by Train

Even both Lhasa and Nyingchi have airports, the major way to travel between the two destinations is by road.

It takes 8 hours to travel from Lhasa to Nyingchi along the old G318 Highway (also known as the Sichuan Tibet Highway), but only 5 hours along the new Lhasa-Nyingchi High Grade Highway.

Once the Lhasa Nyingchi railway has been opened to traffic, you have one more option for your Lhasa Nyingchi Tour.

You can take the high-speed train from Lhasa to Nyingchi and then travel all the way back to Lhasa by land. In this way, you can explore the beauty scenery of eastern Tibet and enjoy the high-tech bullet train together in just one go.

If you have any ideas or questions about traveling from Lhasa to Nyingchi by train, please feel free to contact us.