Departing every day at 18:33 from Shanghai Railway Station, the Shanghai-Lhasa Train Z164 arrives at Lhasa Railway Station at 15:05 two days later, taking 44:32 hours to ride through the 4,373 kilometers across eight provinces. As the train travels amid mountainous range, conductors of each compartment of the train will use Chinese, Tibetan Language and English to introduce renowned scenic spots along the railway line as well as Tibetan customs and making of Tibetan dishes, etc.
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| Train No. | Departure | Train Stops | Arrival | Duration | Distance | Frequency |
| Z164 | Shanghai (18:33) | Suzhou (19:24) |
Lhasa (15:05) | 44:32hrs | 4,373km | Daily |
Price of Train Tickets
Hard Seat
¥402.5
Hard Sleeper
¥793.5
Soft Sleeper
¥1262.5
About Ticket Price:
The ticket prices above are the net prices. In reality, since the demand for Tibet train ticket 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.
About Tibet Travel Permit:
Tibet travel permit is needed for collecting your Tibet train ticket and also boarding the train. Once you book the train ticket with us, we will guarantee to get the Tibet permit for you. We will deliver the permit to your hotel or any other place you prefer in Beijing. For some emergency circumstances, we can hand it to you personally at Beijing West Railway Station before your train trip.
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More Detailed Information about Shanghai to Lhasa Train
Shanghai is an ideal city for international travelers because it has many international flights and cruises connecting the global world. As traditionally the most developed international metropolis of China, the city's multicultural flair endows it with a unique glamour and lifestyle which can be felt deeply by visiting famous attractions such as Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, the Bund, and Nanjing Road.
If you travel to Tibet from Shanghai by train, you will experience an interesting contrast on the culture and lifestyle which may cause you to think deeply about the essence of life.
Should I Book the Soft Sleeper or Hard Sleeper?
There are mainly three categories of accommodations available on Shanghai-Lhasa train, namely soft sleeper, hard sleeper, and hard seat. Hard seat is not recommended as the long ride is a huge challenge to tourists’ stamina and a comfortable accommodation matters a great deal.
The difference between soft sleeper and hard sleeper
If it is your first time taking a train to Lhasa from Shanghai, it is important to figure out the difference between the classes and make the best choice for your train journey.
The differences between soft and hard sleepers are mainly based on the following aspects.
Berth Quantity and Size:
Soft sleeper: 4 berth/ compartment, 75cm*190cm
Hard sleeper: 6 berth/compartment, 60cm*180cm
Compartment Door:
Soft sleeper: sliding lockable door in each compartment to provide more privacy and security
Hard sleeper: no door
Toilets:
Soft sleeper: one Western-style toilet and one squat toilet
Hard sleeper: two squat toilets
Ticket Price:
Soft sleeper: from 1262.5 RMB
Hard sleeper: from 793.5 RMB
Soft sleeper is more spacious than the hard one
How to choose the best Ticket class?
The soft sleeper is better for more privacy and quietness. Given the extreme altitude for second half of the long ride, it is advisable to buy soft sleeper ticket because you can have more privacy and enjoy cozier sleeping environment. But accordingly, the price for soft sleeper is more expensive.
While the hard sleeper is more affordable and easier to get. Compared with the limited 64 soft sleeper berths, there are 407 hard sleeper berths in 7 carriages of Shanghai-Lhasa train, increasing the chance of getting a ticket. However, you cannot get a private cabin in a hard sleeper car.
What if your preferred Tickets get sold out?
Taking Qinghai-Tibet train is truly popular. It’s extremely difficult for individual travelers to buy train tickets themselves during peak season. If you failed finally, don’t be disappointed, you can try the following 2 alternative plans:
Option 1: Choose another Ticket class on the same train. E.g. if you miss the ticket of soft sleeper, you can change to book a hard sleeper ticket on Shanghai-Tibet train.
Option 2: Fly to Xining and take a train to Lhasa from Xining. There are several daily trains bound for Lhasa from Xining, and the capacity is even greater than Shanghai-Lhasa train. It is much easier to get tickets.
Notes: try to avoid Spring Festival Travel rush. During the spring festival, a sizable number of migrant workers from eastern China will take this train to their hometown. Therefore, the spring festival rush makes it virtually impossible to book Shanghai-Lhasa ticket.
How to Book and Get Tibet Train Tickets?
International travelers can’t enter in Tibet as backpackers and need the help of travel agency to apply for Tibet Travel Permit in advance. You do not need the permit to book the tickets but you do need it to collect the ticket and board the train.
Book Tibet Train Ticket with Us is the most hassle free way
It is highly recommended to contact us and book your Shanghai-Lhasa train ticket through our hands. As the reliable local travel agency enjoying partnership with railway stations nationwide for years, we have more opportunities to get the train ticket.
Also, we provide “Train ticket + Tibet tour” packages. Not only can we book your ticket but help you successfully get Tibet Travel Permit together with offering a customized Tibet travel itinerary.
Since we handle your Tibet travel permit processing and Tibet train ticket reservation together, we can respond in time to adjust your travel plan in case of any unexpected situation, such as delayed insurance of Tibet permit or sold-out tickets. We always have plan B to make you fulfill your dream to Tibet.
Notice: You can also book on yourself through the official website 12306.cn, which is currently available in Chinese and English. Make sure you are registered as a member and have the appropriate Chinese online payment method (Alipay, Wechat, etc.)
Get Your Shanghai Lhasa Train Ticket with Tibet Permit
If you book train tickets with us, you can choose the delivery service. We will deliver the paper tickets to your hotel or address in China, and it is advisable to inform us 4 business days before departure.
If you choose to collect them at the railway station, make sure to bring the confirmation number of train tickets, your Tibet Travel Permit as well as your valid and original passport. Considering the long queues in front of the ticket window, it is suggested to arrive at the train station at least 2 hours before departure.
Notice:
Once getting your train ticket, please read the ticket and double-check Your Name and Passport No. on it. If the name and passport number are not matched with your passport and Tibet Permit, you may not be allowed to board the train.
Here are some useful phrases you may need to read Z164 Shanghai to Lhasa Train ticket:
上海站: Shanghai Railway Station
拉萨站: Lhasa Railway Station
xx年xx月xx日: xx Year xx Month xx Date
xx车xx号: xx Carriage xx Berth
上/ 中/ 下铺: Upper/ Middle/ Lower Berth
Information guide on Shanghai to Tibet Train Ticket
How to Board the Train?
1. Get to the right station in advance
There are four railway stations in Shanghai city, and the Shanghai Railway Station is the only one operating the Shanghai-Lhasa train. So you need to find the right station.
Shanghai Railway Station is located in Moling Road, Zhabei District of the city. Besides taking a taxi, you can take metro Line 1, Line 3, or Line 4 to get to the station easily.
It is suggested that you arrive at Shanghai Railway Station at least 1.5 hours in advance, as there is a queue to go through the security check, ticket inspection, etc.
2. Check at the entrance
At the entrance, you need to show your passport, Tibet train ticket, and Tibet Travel Permit. The automatic gates at the entrance of the railway station can only recognize Chinese ID cards. You need to bring your passport, Tibet Travel Permit, and the train ticket to get through the manual entrance check.
It is recommended to prepare your documents in advance or keep them in a small bag that you can easily access with you.
Shanghai Railway Station
3. Go through security check
After getting though the entrance of the station building, line up for the security check to enter into waiting hall.
You need to put all your luggage such as backpacks, carry-on bags on the security scanner conveyor belt, and walk through a detector gate and wait for staff to use a scanner on you to check forbidden articles.
4. Find the right waiting room
Once enter into the waiting hall of Shanghai Railway Station, you can find an LED screen showing Train Number (车次), Terminal (终到站), Departing Time (开点) and Waiting Room (候车室). Get your waiting room information and wait for check-in there. Train number Z164 is well marked in the correct waiting room.
5. Check in to get to the platform
Usually check-in starts 15-30 minutes before departure and barriers close 5 minutes before departure. After check-in, you can find Led screen telling your platform (站台) and direction of your carriage (车厢).
Please be careful with your luggage when going up and down the stairs. If you are traveling with children, please also take care of your children.
6. Find your train and seat
Following the instruction to find your carriage. The staff waiting at the carriage gate will check your ticket again to make sure you board the right carriage of the right train.
After getting on the train, you can find your berth according to your ticket. Put your baggage on the rack overhead or under the lower berth.
Your sleeper ticket will be exchanged for a plastic berth card by staff shortly after boarding. Staff will return your ticket and get back the berth card about half an hour before arriving at your destination.
Tips for Getting on board the Shanghai Lhasa Train
1. Make sure you have your passport, Tibet Travel Permit and ticket with you as you could be checked many times during the long journey. It is also advisable to have many copies of Tibet Travel Permit.
2. It is possible to swap ticket with other people to stay with friends or family in the same cabin. You may ask conductor to swap tickets with other passengers to stay with your family or friends. Do remember your cabin and seat No.
3. If you need pick-up service after arrive in Lhasa, tell your Travel consultant. As requested, our guide will greet you and bring you to your hotel in Lhasa.
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