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602 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kunming to Shangri-La

Composite routes from Kunming to Shangri-La

Cheapest
6 h 11 min
Car
602 km.
from $33
Other
6 h 41 min
430 km.
from $43.39
10 h 49 min
Train
429 km.
from $67.83

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
China Eastern Airlines
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
1h 22m
Every day
$101.78–$279.90
Train operators
Found: 3
China Railways G-Class
Website
China Railways D-Class
Website
China Railways C-Class
Website
China Railways G-Class
Website
1h 56m
4 times a day
$21.63–$24.17
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways D-Class
Website
2h 19m
Hourly
$16.54–$36.90
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways C-Class
Website
4h 1m
4 times a day
$21.63–$31.81
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Bus operators
Found: 1
China Bus Guide
Website
China Bus Guide
Website
3h 30m
Hourly
$15.23
[email protected]
Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Shangri-La is to train which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 .

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

No, there is no direct train from Kunming to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Kunming and arriving at Shangri-La via Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct flight between Kunming and Shangri-La?

Yes, there are direct flights between Kunming and Shangri-La; these take 1h 20m and cost $81.52 - $228.26 .

How far is it from Kunming to Shangri-La?

The distance between Kunming and Shangri-La is 471 km. The road distance is 612.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kunming to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Kunming to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Kunming to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Kunming to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 6h 41m, you could also bus, which costs $54.35 - $59.78 and takes 12h 23m.

Where does the Kunming to Shangri-La train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kunming to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Shangri-La is 612 km. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Kunming 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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