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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kunming West to Lijiang

Composite routes from Kunming West to Lijiang

Cheapest
12 h
Car
1167 km.
from $64

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.97–$216.28

Train operators

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

Kunming Rail Transit

Train from West Bus Station to East
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.31–$1.15

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Kunming West to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming West to Lijiang?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming West to Lijiang is to bus which costs $27.38 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming West to Lijiang?

The fastest way to get from Kunming West to Lijiang is to line 3 subway and fly which takes 4h and costs $59.78 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Kunming West and Lijiang?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kunming West and arriving at Lijiang. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Kunming West to Lijiang?

The distance between Kunming West and Lijiang is 458 km. The road distance is 491.9 km.

How do I travel from Kunming West to Lijiang without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming West to Lijiang without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $21.74 - $34.78 .

How long does it take to get from Kunming West to Lijiang?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Kunming West to Lijiang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming West to Lijiang bus from?

Kunming West to Lijiang bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Kunming West station.

Train or bus from Kunming West to Lijiang?

The best way to get from Kunming West to Lijiang is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $21.74 - $34.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27.38 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Kunming West to Lijiang bus arrive?

Kunming West to Lijiang bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Lijiang station.

Can I drive from Kunming West to Lijiang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming West to Lijiang is 492 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Kunming West to Lijiang.

Where can I stay near Lijiang?

There are 157+ hotels available in Lijiang. Prices start at $14.02 per night.
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