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How to Travel from

Shangri-La to Shanghai

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Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$610.68
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Sunan
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$559.79
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$699.74

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$120.86–$483.46
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$699.74

Xiamen Airlines

Website:
xiamenair.com
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$610.68
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$699.74

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 Kunshan
Ave. Duration:
12h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$159.03–$178.12
Train from Kunshan South to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.07–$4.58
Train from Wuxi to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.91–$10.18

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 Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Wuxi to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$12.09

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
35h 49m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.17–$95.42

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shangri-La to Shanghai is to train which costs $54.35 - $119.57 and takes 43h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shangri-La to Shanghai is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $103.26 - $423.91 .

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

No, there is no direct train from Shangri-La to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Shangri-La and arriving at Shanghai via Lijiang, Kunming, Chongqing West and Kunshan South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 58m.

How far is it from Shangri-La to Shanghai?

The distance between Shangri-La and Shanghai is 2145 km. The road distance is 2932.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Shanghai without a car is to train via Chongqing West which takes 26h 58m and costs $206.52 - $250 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Shangri-La to Shanghai, including transfers.

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

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

Train or fly from Shangri-La to Shanghai?

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Shanghai is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $103.26 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can train via Chongqing West, which costs $206.52 - $250 and takes 26h 58m.

Where does the Shangri-La to Shanghai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shangri-La to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Shangri-La to Shanghai is 2932 km. It takes approximately 30h 19m to drive from Shangri-La to Shanghai.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 981+ hotels available in Shanghai. Prices start at $85.42 per night.
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