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Lijiang, China → Luang Prabang, Laos

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lijiang to Luang Prabang

Composite routes from Lijiang to Luang Prabang

Cheapest
14 h 46 min
Car
1173 km.
from $64
Other
14 h
800 km.
from $125.61
20 h 34 min
Bus, Train
800 km.
from $89.43
17 h 16 min
Bus, Train
800 km.
from $98.82

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
20h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$86.96–$250.00

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
19h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$103.26–$304.35

Train operators

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Lijiang to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Kunming South to Luang
Ave. Duration:
7h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$119.57
Train from Boten station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$108.70

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Lijiang to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.22
Bus from Kunming South to Mohan
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lijiang to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Lijiang to Luang Prabang is to bus and train via Mohan which costs $81.52 - $184.78 and takes 20h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lijiang to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Lijiang to Luang Prabang is to train which takes 14h and costs $45.65 - $163.04 .

How far is it from Lijiang to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Lijiang and Luang Prabang is 1243 km. The road distance is 1216.6 km.

How do I travel from Lijiang to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Lijiang to Luang Prabang without a car is to train which takes 14h and costs $45.65 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Lijiang to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 14h to get from Lijiang to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Train or fly from Lijiang to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Lijiang to Luang Prabang is to train which takes 14h and costs $45.65 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $86.96 - $260.87 and takes 20h 31m.

What is the time difference between Lijiang and Luang Prabang?

Luang Prabang is 1h behind Lijiang. It is currently 16:48 in Lijiang and 15:48 in Luang Prabang.

Can I drive from Lijiang to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Lijiang to Luang Prabang is 1217 km. It takes approximately 16h 10m to drive from Lijiang to Luang Prabang.

Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

There are 314+ hotels available in Luang Prabang. Prices start at $17.13 per night.
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