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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shangri-La to Xi'an

Composite routes from Shangri-La to Xi'an

Cheapest
18 h 4 min
Car
1648 km.
from $90
Other
5 h 38 min
Train, Plane
1136 km.
from $83.97
18 h 11 min
1137 km.
from $206.41
23 h 53 min
Bus, Train
1136 km.
from $155.08

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
6h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$419.85

Juneyao Airlines

Website:
juneyaoair.com/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$318.06

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$101.78–$330.79
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$432.57

Beijing Capital

Website:
intl.jdair.net/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.78–$292.62

Zhejiang Loong Airlines

Website:
loongair.cn/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.12–$305.34

Tibet Airlines Corporation

Website:
tibetairlines.com/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.12–$305.34

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Xi'An
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Tuesday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$101.78–$279.90

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
10h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$120.86–$139.95

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

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
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 Xi'an?

The cheapest way to get from Shangri-La to Xi'an is to train and fly which costs $76.09 - $282.61 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shangri-La to Xi'an?

The fastest way to get from Shangri-La to Xi'an is to train and fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $76.09 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct train between Shangri-La and Xi'an?

No, there is no direct train from Shangri-La to Xi'an. However, there are services departing from Shangri-La and arriving at Shi Tushuguan via Lijiang, Kunming and Bei Kezhan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 11m.

How far is it from Shangri-La to Xi'an?

The distance between Shangri-La and Xi'an is 1177 km. The road distance is 1668.3 km.

How do I travel from Shangri-La to Xi'an without a car?

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Xi'an without a car is to train which takes 18h 11m and costs $119.57 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Shangri-La to Xi'an?

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Shangri-La to Xi'an, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shangri-La to Xi'an train from?

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

Train or fly from Shangri-La to Xi'an?

The best way to get from Shangri-La to Xi'an is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $92.39 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $119.57 - $163.04 and takes 18h 11m.

Where does the Shangri-La to Xi'an train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shangri-La to Xi'an?

Yes, the driving distance between Shangri-La to Xi'an is 1668 km. It takes approximately 19h 28m to drive from Shangri-La to Xi'an.

Where can I stay near Xi'an?

There are 397+ hotels available in Xi'an. Prices start at $21.62 per night.
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