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28 h 47 min
2160 km.
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Dunhuang, China → Shangri-La, China

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

Composite routes from Dunhuang to Shangri-La

Cheapest
28 h 47 min
Car
2160 km.
from $118
Fastest
2 h 49 min
Plane
Other
37 h 48 min
1445 km.
from $303.91
42 h 25 min
Train
1445 km.
from $288.37

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Dunhuang to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
23h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$318.06

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Dunhuang to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$356.23

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.44–$43.26
Train from Xi'an North Station to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
10h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.23–$146.31
Train from Chengdu East to Dali
Ave. Duration:
8h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$69.97
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Chengdu
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 Kunming to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.81

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Dunhuang to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
14h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$44.53

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.23
Bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.97

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dunhuang to Shangri-La is to fly which costs $108.70 - $282.61 and takes 13h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunhuang to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 13h 6m and costs $108.70 - $282.61 .

How far is it from Dunhuang to Shangri-La?

The distance between Dunhuang and Shangri-La is 1455 km. The road distance is 2226.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunhuang to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 37h 48m and costs $173.91 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 13h 6m to get from Dunhuang to Shangri-La, including transfers.

Train or fly from Dunhuang to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Dunhuang to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 13h 6m and costs $108.70 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $173.91 - $260.87 and takes 37h 48m.

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

It is currently 17:11 at both, Dunhuang and Shangri-La.

Can I drive from Dunhuang to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunhuang to Shangri-La is 2227 km. It takes approximately 30h 15m to drive from Dunhuang 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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