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11 h 47 min
869 km.
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Chengdu, China → Shangri-La, China

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

Composite routes from Chengdu to Shangri-La

Cheapest
11 h 47 min
Car
869 km.
from $47
Fastest
1 h 32 min
Plane
Other
14 h 51 min
525 km.
from $145.50
5 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
526 km.
from $179.75
17 h 48 min
Train
525 km.
from $165.78
6 h 21 min
Taxi, Plane
400 km.
from $228.53
8 h 22 min
Taxi, Plane
400 km.
from $283.01
8 h 43 min
Taxi, Plane
400 km.
from $283.34
9 h 7 min
Taxi, Plane
400 km.
from $234.29

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 6
Shenzhen Airlines
Website
Air China
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
Sichuan Airlines
Website
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
Shenzhen Airlines
Website
1h 30m
Every day
$127.23–$216.28
Air China
Website
1h 30m
Every day
$127.23–$216.28
China Eastern Airlines
Website
1h 30m
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$120.86–$419.85
Sichuan Airlines
Website
1h 50m
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
$139.95–$419.85
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
1h 30m
Every day
$127.23–$216.28
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
1h 25m
Every day
$69.97–$190.84
Train operators
Found: 3
China Railways G-Class
Website
China Railways C-Class
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Chengdu metro
Website
China Railways G-Class
Website
7h 5m
Twice daily
$82.70–$95.42
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways C-Class
Website
2h 54m
Twice daily
$15.27–$22.90
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Chengdu metro
Website
46 min
Every 10 minutes
$1.53–$2.16
Bus operators
Found: 1
China Bus Guide
Website
China Bus Guide
Website
3h 30m
Hourly
$15.23
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La is to train which costs $86.96 - $119.57 and takes 14h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La is to subway and fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $108.70 - $369.57 .

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

No, there is no direct train from Chengdu to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Tianfu Square and arriving at Shangri-La via Chengdu East, Chuxiong and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 51m.

How far is it from Chengdu to Shangri-La?

The distance between Chengdu and Shangri-La is 621 km. The road distance is 956.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 14h 51m and costs $86.96 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

Chengdu to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Chengdu East station.

Train or fly from Chengdu to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La is to train which takes 14h 51m and costs $86.96 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $70.65 - $228.26 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Chengdu to Shangri-La train arrive?

Chengdu to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Chuxiong station.

Can I drive from Chengdu to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu to Shangri-La is 956 km. It takes approximately 12h 17m to drive from Chengdu to Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 40+ hotels available in Shangri-La. Prices start at $14.41 per night.
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