How to Travel from
Shangri-La to Urumqi
by Route or Car
Five ways to Travel from Shangri-La to Urumqi
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (3 708 km)
39 h 25 min
3708 km.
from $203
Other
Train via Beijing
39 h 13 min
2078 km.
from $258.78
Train, Plane
9 h 29 min
2078 km.
from $333.10
Train
2 d 2 h 31 min
2075 km.
from $249.84
Bus, Train
2 d 11 h 56 min
2078 km.
from $216.21
Transport providers
Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines
Website:
shenzhenair.com/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$954.19
Air China
Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$954.19
China Eastern Airlines
Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$216.28–$699.74
China Southern Airlines
Website:
csair.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$826.97
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$292.62–$890.58
Sichuan Airlines
Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
8h 32m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$292.62–$826.97
Shandong Airlines
Website:
sda.cn/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$954.19
Urumqi Airlines Co
Website:
urumqi-air.com/
Plane from Lijiang Sanyi Airport to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.45–$496.18
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
Train from Xi'an North to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$78.88–$86.51
Train from Kunming to Mianyang
Ave. Duration:
7h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$95.42
Train from Dali to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14
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 Beijing West Station to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.71–$114.50
China Railways K-Class
Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Mianyang to Turfan
Ave. Duration:
30h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.98–$101.78
Train from Turpan to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.82–$12.09
Train from Chengdu Station to Yanshi
Ave. Duration:
36h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.35–$120.86
China Railways T-Class
Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Yanshi to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$26.72
China Railways
Phone:
86-010-12306
Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Turpan to Ürümqi
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.45–$10.81
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 Bus Station to Dali
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Shangri-La to Ürümqi?
The cheapest way to get from Shangri-La to Ürümqi is to train which costs $130.43 - $228.26 and takes 2 days 2h.
What is the fastest way to get from Shangri-La to Ürümqi?
The fastest way to get from Shangri-La to Ürümqi is to fly which takes 8h 8m and costs $108.70 - $543.48 .
Is there a direct train between Shangri-La and Ürümqi?
No, there is no direct train from Shangri-La to Ürümqi. However, there are services departing from Shangri-La and arriving at Ürümqi South via Lijiang, Kunming, Xi'an North, Beijing West Station and Ürümqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 13m.
How far is it from Shangri-La to Ürümqi?
The distance between Shangri-La and Ürümqi is 2123 km. The road distance is 3697.6 km.
How do I travel from Shangri-La to Ürümqi without a car?
The best way to get from Shangri-La to Ürümqi without a car is to train via Beijing which takes 39h 13m and costs $228.26 - $347.83 .
How long does it take to get from Shangri-La to Ürümqi?
It takes approximately 8h 8m to get from Shangri-La to Ürümqi, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Shangri-La to Ürümqi train from?
Shangri-La to Ürümqi train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, depart from Shangri-La station.
Train or fly from Shangri-La to Ürümqi?
The best way to get from Shangri-La to Ürümqi is to fly which takes 8h 8m and costs $108.70 - $543.48 . Alternatively, you can train via Beijing, which costs $228.26 - $347.83 and takes 39h 13m.
What is the time difference between Shangri-La and Ürümqi?
Ürümqi is 2h behind Shangri-La. It is currently 15:40 in Shangri-La and 13:40 in Ürümqi.
Where does the Shangri-La to Ürümqi train arrive?
Shangri-La to Ürümqi train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, arrive at Lijiang station.
Can I drive from Shangri-La to Ürümqi?
Yes, the driving distance between Shangri-La to Ürümqi is 3698 km. It takes approximately 40h 36m to drive from Shangri-La to Ürümqi.
Where can I stay near Ürümqi?
There are 38+ hotels available in Ürümqi. Prices start at $17.88 per night.
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