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

Composite routes from Kunming Station to Shangri-La

Cheapest
6 h 10 min
Car
608 km.
from $33
Other
6 h 44 min
432 km.
from $42.04
11 h 26 min
Train
432 km.
from $69.78

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:
$95.42–$279.90

Train operators

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming Station to Lufeng
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.63–$11.45
Train from Lufeng South to Dali
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$26.72

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–$30.53
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.18

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:
$14.75
Bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.51

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kunming Station to Shangri-La is to train which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kunming Station to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $86.96 - $184.78 .

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

No, there is no direct train from Kunming Station to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Kunming and arriving at Shangri-La via Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

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

The distance between Kunming Station and Shangri-La is 478 km. The road distance is 612.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kunming Station to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Kunming Station to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Kunming Station to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Kunming Station to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $86.96 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 6h 44m. There are no good options to bus between Kunming Station to Shangri-La.

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

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

Can I drive from Kunming Station to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming Station to Shangri-La is 613 km. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Kunming Station to Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 45+ hotels available in Shangri-La. Prices start at $13.95 per night.
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