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

Composite routes from Dali to Shangri-La

Cheapest
27 h 56 min
Car
2446 km.
from $134

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
China Eastern Airlines
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
3h 50m
Every day
$89.06–$292.62
Train operators
Found: 2
China Railways D-Class
Website
China Railways C-Class
Website
China Railways D-Class
Website
26 min
Hourly
$6.36–$9.54
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways C-Class
Website
2h 54m
Twice daily
$15.27–$22.90
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Bus operators
Found: 1
China Bus Guide
Website
China Bus Guide
Website
3h 30m
Hourly
$15.23
[email protected]
Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dali to Shangri-La is to bus which costs $24.95 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dali to Shangri-La is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Dali to Shangri-La station. However, there are services departing from Dali Ancient City and arriving at Shangri-La Bus Station via Lijiang Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

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

No, there is no direct train from Dali to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Dali and arriving at Shangri-La via Yunnanyi, Chuxiong and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Dali to Shangri-La?

The distance between Dali and Shangri-La is 385 km. The road distance is 298.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dali to Shangri-La without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $24.95 .

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Dali to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Dali to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Dali to Shangri-La is to bus which takes 8h and costs $24.95 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $31.52 - $50 and takes 8h 25m, you could also fly, which costs $81.52 - $260.87 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Dali to Shangri-La bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dali to Shangri-La train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dali to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Dali to Shangri-La is 299 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Dali 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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