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

Composite routes from Hanoi to Shangri-La

Cheapest
13 h 10 min
Car
1277 km.
from $70
Other
19 h 51 min
Bus, Train
977 km.
from $61.89
21 h 59 min
976 km.
from $75.83
24 h 10 min
978 km.
from $124.39
9 h 8 min
Bus, Plane
977 km.
from $109.29

Transport providers

Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Website:
shenzhenair.com/
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.67–$217.40

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$115.10–$294.13

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.34–$127.88
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.34–$121.49

China Southern Airlines

Website:
csair.com/
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.67–$588.27

Beijing Capital

Website:
intl.jdair.net/
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$121.49–$306.92

Ruili Airlines

Website:
rlair.net/
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$537.11

Train operators

Vietnam Railways

Phone:
19006469
Email:
support1@dsvn.vn
Website:
dsvn.vn
Train from Ha Noi to Sapa
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.59–$19.18

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Nanning to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$34.53–$83.12
Train from Kunming South to Chuxiong
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.51–$21.74

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:
$21.74–$31.97
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.03–$10.87
Train from Chuxiong to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.35–$23.02

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Hekou North to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.67–$20.46

China Railways

Phone:
86-010-12306
Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Hanoi Gia Lam Station to Nanning
Ave. Duration:
10h 47m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.25–$46.04

Bus operators

Sao Viet

Phone:
1900 6746
Email:
xesaovietsapa@gmail.com
Website:
xesaoviet.com.vn/
Bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Lao
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.07–$20.46

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Shangri-La is to train which costs $40.22 - $76.09 and takes 21h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanoi to Shangri-La is to fly and train which takes 9h 8m and costs $70.65 - $130.43 .

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

No, there is no direct train from Hanoi station to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Hanoi Gia Lam Station and arriving at Shangri-La via Nanning, Kunming South, Chuxiong and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 10m.

How far is it from Hanoi to Shangri-La?

The distance between Hanoi and Shangri-La is 1255 km. The road distance is 1286 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanoi to Shangri-La without a car is to train via Nanning which takes 24h 10m and costs $86.96 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 19h 51m to get from Hanoi to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

Hanoi to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways, depart from Hanoi Gia Lam Station.

Train or fly from Hanoi to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 13h 37m and costs $59.78 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40.22 - $76.09 and takes 21h 59m.

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

Shangri-La is 1h ahead of Hanoi. It is currently 04:44 in Hanoi and 05:44 in Shangri-La.

Where does the Hanoi to Shangri-La train arrive?

Hanoi to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways, arrive at Nanning station.

Can I drive from Hanoi to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanoi to Shangri-La is 1286 km. It takes approximately 14h 18m to drive from Hanoi 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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