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

Composite routes from Shangri-La to Dali

Cheapest
3 h 21 min
Car
295 km.
from $16
Other
5 h 35 min
254 km.
from $32.02
7 h 30 min
254 km.
from $34.76
7 h 21 min
Plane, Taxi
254 km.
from $282.50

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Baoshan
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$260.87

Train operators

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Shangri-La to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$9.24
Train from Lijiang to Xiangyun
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.70–$13.04

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
bus@chinatrainguide.com
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Shangri-La Bus Station to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.17
Bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Dali
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.01

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shangri-La to Dali is to train which costs $17.39 - $29.35 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shangri-La to Dali is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Shangri-La and Dali?

No, there is no direct bus from Shangri-La station to Dali. However, there are services departing from Shangri-La Bus Station and arriving at Dali Ancient City via Lijiang Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Shangri-La to Dali. However, there are services departing from Shangri-La and arriving at Dali via Lijiang and Xiangyun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Shangri-La to Dali?

The distance between Shangri-La and Dali is 344 km. The road distance is 301.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Dali without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $17.39 - $29.35 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Shangri-La to Dali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shangri-La to Dali bus from?

Shangri-La to Dali bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shangri-La Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Shangri-La to Dali?

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Dali is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $17.39 - $29.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.18 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Shangri-La to Dali bus arrive?

Shangri-La to Dali bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Lijiang Bus Station.

Where does the Shangri-La to Dali train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shangri-La to Dali?

Yes, the driving distance between Shangri-La to Dali is 301 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Shangri-La to Dali.

Where can I stay near Dali?

There are 97+ hotels available in Dali. Prices start at $33.79 per night.
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