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29 h 38 min
2647 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Beijing to Shangri-La

Composite routes from Beijing to Shangri-La

Cheapest
29 h 38 min
Car
2647 km.
from $145
Other
42 h 53 min
2037 km.
from $121.53
19 h 17 min
2036 km.
from $200.50
7 h 49 min
Train, Plane
2036 km.
from $367.10
7 h 50 min
Train, Plane
2036 km.
from $258.62
8 h 25 min
Bus, Plane
2036 km.
from $301.75
8 h 33 min
Train, Plane
2036 km.
from $242.17
2 d 5 h 22 min
2037 km.
from $126.29

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 7
Air China
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
Sichuan Airlines
Website
Beijing Capital
Website
Ruili Airlines
Website
Qingdao Airlines
Website
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
Air China
Website
4h 5m
Every day
$141.30–$652.17
China Eastern Airlines
Website
9h 5m
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$130.43–$597.83
Sichuan Airlines
Website
5h 45m
Every day
$184.78–$597.83
Beijing Capital
Website
3h 40m
Every day
$152.17–$445.65
Ruili Airlines
Website
3h 45m
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
$103.26–$532.61
Qingdao Airlines
Website
3h 45m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$103.26–$532.61
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
7h 40m
Every day
$152.17–$434.78
Train operators
Found: 5
China Railways G-Class
Website
China Railways D-Class
Website
China Railways C-Class
Website
China Railways Z-Class
Website
China Railways K-Class
Website
China Railways G-Class
Website
10h 51m
Twice daily
$152.17–$173.91
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways D-Class
Website
1h 15m
Hourly
$9.78–$18.48
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways C-Class
Website
2h 54m
Twice daily
$13.04–$19.57
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways Z-Class
Website
35h 12m
Twice daily
$32.61–$92.39
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways K-Class
Website
45h 41m
Once daily
$38.04–$92.39
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Shangri-La is to train which costs $54.35 - $130.43 and takes 42h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 7h 29m and costs $163.04 - $478.26 .

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

No, there is no direct train from Beijing station to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Beijing West Station and arriving at Shangri-La via Kunming South, Chuxiong and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 17m.

How far is it from Beijing to Shangri-La?

The distance between Beijing and Shangri-La is 2097 km. The road distance is 2735 km.

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

The best way to get from Beijing to Shangri-La without a car is to train via Chuxiong which takes 19h 17m and costs $184.78 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Beijing to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

Beijing to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Beijing West Station.

Train or fly from Beijing to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Beijing to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 7h 29m and costs $163.04 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can train via Chuxiong, which costs $184.78 - $217.39 and takes 19h 17m.

Where does the Beijing to Shangri-La train arrive?

Beijing to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Beijing to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Shangri-La is 2735 km. It takes approximately 30h 8m to drive from Beijing 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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