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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kunming South to Shangri-La

Composite routes from Kunming South to Shangri-La

Cheapest
6 h 23 min
Car
627 km.
from $34
Other
7 h 52 min
454 km.
from $49.65
11 h
Train
453 km.
from $70.08

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.78–$279.90
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.97–$216.28

Train operators

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming South to Dali
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$39.44

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Kunming to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.81

Kunming Rail Transit

Train from Kunming South station to Dashuying
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.31–$1.15

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
bus@chinatrainguide.com
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.23
Bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.97

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming South to Shangri-La?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming South to Shangri-La is to train which costs $27.17 - $43.48 and takes 7h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming South to Shangri-La?

The fastest way to get from Kunming South to Shangri-La is to line 4 subway and fly which takes 3h 59m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct train between Kunming South and Shangri-La?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming South to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Kunming South and arriving at Shangri-La via Kunming and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Kunming South to Shangri-La?

The distance between Kunming South and Shangri-La is 499 km. The road distance is 632.2 km.

How do I travel from Kunming South to Shangri-La without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming South to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 7h 52m and costs $27.17 - $43.48 .

How long does it take to get from Kunming South to Shangri-La?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Kunming South to Shangri-La, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming South to Shangri-La train from?

Kunming South to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, depart from Kunming station.

Where does the Kunming South to Shangri-La train arrive?

Kunming South to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, arrive at Lijiang station.

Can I drive from Kunming South to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming South to Shangri-La is 632 km. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Kunming South to Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 40+ hotels available in Shangri-La. Prices start at $14.41 per night.
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