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Shangri-La, China → Dunhuang, China

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

Composite routes from Shangri-La to Dunhuang

Cheapest
28 h 59 min
Car
2157 km.
from $118
Fastest
2 h 49 min
Plane
Other
36 h 15 min
1445 km.
from $295.54
38 h 51 min
1446 km.
from $187.13
41 h 54 min
Bus, Train
1446 km.
from $192.80

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$120.86–$547.07

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
10h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.39–$597.96

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$318.06

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
10h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$120.86–$139.95
Train from Xi'an North to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.44–$43.26
Train from Xiangyun to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
8h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14
Train from Dali to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xi'an North to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$69.97
Train from Chengdu East to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
8h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.37–$114.50

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:
$7.00–$10.81
Train from Lijiang to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81
Train from Lijiang to Xiangyun
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
13h 32m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$44.53

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:
$11.91
Bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Dali
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.23

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shangri-La to Dunhuang is to fly which costs $108.70 - $282.61 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shangri-La to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $108.70 - $282.61 .

How far is it from Shangri-La to Dunhuang?

The distance between Shangri-La and Dunhuang is 1456 km. The road distance is 2252.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Dunhuang without a car is to train which takes 36h 15m and costs $163.04 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Shangri-La to Dunhuang, including transfers.

Train or fly from Shangri-La to Dunhuang?

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $108.70 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $163.04 - $260.87 and takes 36h 15m.

Can I drive from Shangri-La to Dunhuang?

Yes, the driving distance between Shangri-La to Dunhuang is 2252 km. It takes approximately 32h 13m to drive from Shangri-La to Dunhuang.

Where can I stay near Dunhuang?

There are 11+ hotels available in Dunhuang. Prices start at $39.16 per night.
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