How to Get to Lhunzhub County from Lhasa City (Chengguan District)
Distance and Transportation Options
The distance between Lhasa (拉萨) and Lhunzhub County (林周县) is approximately 60.5 kilometers. The driving time is around 1 hour. There is no airport or train station in Lhunzhub County, so the primary modes of transport are self-driving, long-distance buses, and cycling (bicycle/motorcycle).
Detailed Transportation Guide
1. Self-Driving Guide
Navigation Route
Recommended Route: Lhasa → G4212 → S202 → Lhunzhub County (approximately 60.8 kilometers, 1 hour).
Detailed Path:
Start from Lhasa city center, passing through Jiangsu East Road (江苏东路), Huniè Line (沪聂线), South Ring Road (南环路), Sichuan-Tibet Highway (川藏公路), Lalin Highway (拉林公路), and finally arrive at Jue Degang Road (觉德岗路).
Road Conditions
The Lalin Highway (拉林公路) is a two-lane road, and most of the road is in good condition. However, some sections may have construction or temporary traffic control, so drivers should stay alert.
2. Long-Distance Bus Guide
Bus Departure Points
East Suburb Bus Station (拉萨市东郊客运站), located at 3 Jiangsu East Road, has buses leaving for Lhunzhub County daily at 8:20 AM.
Bus Type: Minibus (金杯车型)
Ticket Price: 30 CNY
Frequency: Buses run every hour.
Other Departure Points
Lhasa Bus Station (拉萨汽车站): Offers multiple departures to Lhunzhub County, no transfers required.
Ticket Purchase Tips
It’s recommended to book tickets in advance during holidays. You can also check the latest timetable by calling ahead or visiting the bus station.
3. Cycling Guide
Bicycle/Motorcycle Route
Total Distance: Approximately 63 kilometers, which will take 5-6 hours.
The route passes through Jiangsu Avenue (江苏大道) and Lalin Highway (拉林公路). The road is mostly flat, but cyclists should be cautious of the high-altitude effects and physical exhaustion.
Motorcycle Route: Follow the same route as the self-driving option. During winter, it’s advisable to carry anti-skid chains and extra fuel.
4. Other Transportation Options
Airplane/Train
Lhunzhub County does not have an airport or train station, so you will need to first travel to Lhasa and then transfer to another mode of transportation, such as a bus or car.
Tourist Shuttle
Lhunzhub County operates a 10 CNY per person tourist shuttle that stops at attractions such as Hutou Mountain Reservoir (虎头山水库) and Lhunzhub Farm (林周农场). Booking in advance is required.
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Phone for Reservation: 13638993773.
Cycling Equipment Recommendations
For cycling at high altitudes, it’s important to bring oxygen bottles, sunscreen, and warm clothing as the temperature can vary greatly between day and night.
Driving Route: From Lhasa to Lhunzhub County
Total Distance: 67.47 kilometers
Estimated Travel Time: 1.6 hours
Fuel Cost: 40 CNY
Toll Fees: 0 CNY
Detailed Driving Directions
Start in Lhasa
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Head east from the starting point, travel 250 meters on Sun Island Road (太阳岛路), then turn left onto Yangdao Road (阳岛路).
Continue on Yangdao Road for 250 meters, then turn right onto Jin Zhu East Road (金珠东路).
Travel for 550 meters on Jin Zhu East Road, and continue straight onto Jiangsu Road (江苏路).
Continue on Jiangsu Road for 2.8 kilometers, then turn right onto Jiangsu East Road (江苏东路).
Continue on Jiangsu East Road for 190 meters, and continue straight onto Huniè Line (沪聂线).
Travel for 820 meters on Huniè Line, then turn left onto South Ring Road (南环路).
Continue on South Ring Road for 1.2 kilometers, keeping to the left.
Continue for another 4.4 kilometers, and then turn left onto Sichuan-Tibet Highway (川藏公路).
Drive for 5.4 kilometers on Sichuan-Tibet Highway, keeping to the right.
Continue straight for another 5.1 kilometers on Sichuan-Tibet Highway, then turn left onto Deqing West Road (德庆西路).
Travel 2.4 kilometers on Deqing West Road, and continue straight onto Deqing Middle Road (德庆中路).
Travel for 1.8 kilometers on Deqing Middle Road, continuing straight onto Deqing East Road (德庆东路).
Continue on Deqing East Road for 1.9 kilometers, then turn left onto Dazhu Bridge (达孜大桥).
Travel for 3.0 kilometers on Dazhu Bridge, then turn right onto Lalin Highway (拉林公路).
Drive for 16.6 kilometers on Lalin Highway, continuing straight onto Pengbo East Road (澎波东路).
Travel for 19.7 kilometers on Pengbo East Road, continuing straight onto Pengbo Middle Road (澎波中路).
Continue for 340 meters on Pengbo Middle Road, then turn right.
Drive for 350 meters, then turn left onto Jue Degang Road (觉德岗路).
Continue for 370 meters on Jue Degang Road until you reach your destination, located on the right-hand side.
