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How to Travel from

Chiang Rai to Shangri-La

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
15h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.65–$331.20
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$89.17–$254.77
Plane from Lancang Jingmai Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
13h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$114.65–$280.25

Train operators

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming South to Dali
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$38.22

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Kunming to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$30.57
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Oudomxay station to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$127.39

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.76
Bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.53

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.74

Local Bus Thailand

Bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.14

Huay Xai Transport

Bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Oudomxay
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Shangri-La is to Local Bus and bus and train which costs $54.35 - $163.04 and takes 25h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 9h 46m and costs $86.96 - $217.39 .

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Shangri-La?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Shangri-La is 886 km. The road distance is 1225.1 km.

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

It takes approximately 9h 46m to get from Chiang Rai to Shangri-La, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai and Shangri-La?

Shangri-La is 1h ahead of Chiang Rai. It is currently 15:57 in Chiang Rai and 16:57 in Shangri-La.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Shangri-La is 1225 km. It takes approximately 16h 55m to drive from Chiang Rai to Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 45+ hotels available in Shangri-La. Prices start at $13.95 per night.
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