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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Xining to Shangri-La

Composite routes from Xining to Shangri-La

Cheapest
29 h 41 min
Car
2883 km.
from $158
Fastest
3 h 32 min
Plane
Other
23 h 54 min
996 km.
from $281.61
9 h 25 min
Bus, Plane
996 km.
from $192.51
27 h 28 min
Train
996 km.
from $261.57
32 h 5 min
996 km.
from $134.11

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Xining to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$108.14–$394.40

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Xining to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.14–$368.96
Plane from Xining to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.34–$458.01

China Southern Airlines

Website:
csair.com/
Plane from Xining to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$108.14–$368.96
Plane from Xining to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$203.56–$572.52

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Xining to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$108.14–$368.96
Plane from Xining to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$381.68

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.16–$57.25
Train from Xi'an North Station to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
10h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.23–$146.31
Train from Chengdu East to Dali
Ave. Duration:
8h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
4h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.90–$89.06
Train from Xining to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
9h 52m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.37–$139.95

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

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Xining to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
14h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$39.44

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 Xining to Shangri-La?

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Shangri-La is to train and bus via Chengdu which costs $119.57 - $152.17 and takes 32h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xining to Shangri-La is to fly and train which takes 9h 25m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct train between Xining and Shangri-La?

No, there is no direct train from Xining to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Xining and arriving at Shangri-La via Xi'an North Station, Kunming and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 54m.

How far is it from Xining to Shangri-La?

The distance between Xining and Shangri-La is 1033 km. The road distance is 2006.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Xining to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 23h 54m and costs $163.04 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 39m to get from Xining to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

Xining to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Xining station.

Train or fly from Xining to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Xining to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 9h 39m and costs $92.39 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $163.04 - $239.13 and takes 23h 54m.

What is the time difference between Xining and Shangri-La?

It is currently 16:15 at both, Xining and Shangri-La.

Where does the Xining to Shangri-La train arrive?

Xining to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Xi'an North station.

Can I drive from Xining to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Shangri-La is 2007 km. It takes approximately 23h 51m to drive from Xining 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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