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Shangri-La to Nanjing

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Shangri-La, China → Nanjing, China

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

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Transport providers

Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Website:
shenzhenair.com/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$432.57

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$432.57
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$407.12

Juneyao Airlines

Website:
juneyaoair.com/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$432.57

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$120.86–$381.68
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$407.12

Beijing Capital

Website:
intl.jdair.net/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.86–$343.51

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming to Chongqing
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$57.25–$62.34
Train from Chongqing West to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
11h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$146.31–$159.03
Train from Kunming to Panzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.90–$17.81
Train from Panzhou to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$120.86–$139.95
Train from Wuhu to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.62–$7.25

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Wuhu to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$12.72

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Shangri-La to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.81
Train from Lijiang to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
34h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.90–$95.42
Train from Kunming to Wuhu
Ave. Duration:
33h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$89.06

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Shangri-La Bus Station to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.91
Bus from Lijiang to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$37.76

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shangri-La to Nanjing is to train which costs $54.35 - $119.57 and takes 41h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shangri-La to Nanjing is to train and fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $108.70 - $326.09 .

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

No, there is no direct train from Shangri-La to Nanjing. However, there are services departing from Shangri-La and arriving at Gulou via Lijiang, Kunming, Chongqing West and Nanjing South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 13m.

How far is it from Shangri-La to Nanjing?

The distance between Shangri-La and Nanjing is 1955 km. The road distance is 2700.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Nanjing without a car is to train via Chongqing West which takes 25h 13m and costs $195.65 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Shangri-La to Nanjing, including transfers.

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

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

Train or fly from Shangri-La to Nanjing?

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Nanjing is to fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $108.70 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can train via Chongqing West, which costs $195.65 - $228.26 and takes 25h 13m.

Where does the Shangri-La to Nanjing train arrive?

Shangri-La to Nanjing train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, arrive at Lijiang station.

Can I drive from Shangri-La to Nanjing?

Yes, the driving distance between Shangri-La to Nanjing is 2701 km. It takes approximately 28h 1m to drive from Shangri-La to Nanjing.

Where can I stay near Nanjing?

There are 233+ hotels available in Nanjing. Prices start at $34.28 per night.
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