How long does it take to travel from Kotdwar to Lhasa?

By road: approximately 29 hrs 41 min.

Kotdwar to Lhasa Distance & How to Reach

Q: What is the distance from Kotdwar to Lhasa?

The aerial distance from Kotdwar to Lhasa is approximately 1,213 km (754 miles). By road, the distance is approximately 2,274 km.

Q: What is the best way to travel from Kotdwar to Lhasa?

Train is the most comfortable option at approximately 34 hrs 59 min. Buses take about 45 hrs 29 min and are the most affordable.

Uttarakhand to Tibet · 1,213 km · Compare travel & driving options

Kotdwar to Lhasa distance: 1213 km (aerial), approximately 2274 km by road. By train: ~34 hrs 59 min. By road: ~29 hrs 41 min.

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Kotdwar

Uttarakhand

Lhasa

Tibet

1,213 km

aerial distance (straight line)

754 miles · Road distance: ~2,274 km (via road)

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2,274 km

Road distance

29 hrs 41 min

Drive time

1,213 km

Aerial distance

Route data via OpenStreetMap

How to get from Kotdwar to Lhasa

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By Car

29 hrs 41 min

2,274 km via highway

Quick facts

Aerial distance

1,213 km (754 mi)

Road distance

~2,274 km

Recommended

Train (34 hrs 59 min)

Most affordable

Train

📍 Kotdwar to Lhasa distance overview

The straight-line distance from Kotdwar to Lhasa is approximately 1,213 km (754 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 2,274 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Uttarakhand to Tibet.

1,213 kmAerial distance

~2,274 kmBy road

34 hrs 59 minTrain

💡 Travel tips for Kotdwar to Lhasa

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Book early
Book trains 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season (Oct-Mar) for better prices and availability.

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Check weather
Avoid monsoon (Jun-Sep) for road trips. Road conditions can deteriorate and flights may face delays.

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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.

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Plan rest stops
For drives over 29 hrs 41 min, plan overnight halts. Fatigue driving is dangerous on Indian highways.

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🔗 Useful travel resources

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DGCA — Indian aviation authority

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Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Kotdwar to Lhasa? ▼

The aerial (straight-line) distance from Kotdwar to Lhasa is approximately 1,213 km (754 miles). The road distance is approximately 2,274 km, which takes about 29 hrs 41 min by car.

What is the best way to travel from Kotdwar to Lhasa? ▼

The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 34 hrs 59 min.

Can I book Kotdwar to Lhasa travel on FareEagle? ▼

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