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How to Travel from

Chiang Mai to Shangri-La

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.09–$217.39
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
9h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.09–$228.26

China Southern Airlines

Website:
csair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
11h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$239.13

Ruili Airlines

Website:
rlair.net/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$445.65

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$250.00

Train operators

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming South to Chuxiong
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.24–$18.48

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Chuxiong to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$8.70
Train from Kunming to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Vientiane station to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
9h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$119.57
Train from Luang Prabang station to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
7h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$119.57

Bus operators

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Luang
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$33.70

Orsuksa Tour

Phone:
084-2626003
Website:
easybook.com/bus/operator/orsuksa-tour-thailand?source=rome2rio
Bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Nong
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Shangri-La is to bus and train which costs $59.78 - $206.52 and takes 35h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 6h 7m and costs $76.09 - $228.26 .

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

The distance between Chiang Mai and Shangri-La is 1017 km. The road distance is 1411.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Shangri-La without a car is to bus and train via Nong Khai which takes 33h 19m and costs $86.96 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Chiang Mai to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

Shangri-La is 1h ahead of Chiang Mai. It is currently 15:24 in Chiang Mai and 16:24 in Shangri-La.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Shangri-La is 1412 km. It takes approximately 19h 53m to drive from Chiang Mai 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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