What is the cheapest way to get from Dali to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Dali to Luang Prabang is to train and bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 14h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dali to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Dali to Luang Prabang is to train which takes 11h 24m and costs $65 - $180.

Is there a direct train between Dali and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct train from Dali to Luang Prabang station. However, there are services departing from Dali and arriving at Luang Prabang station via Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

How far is it from Dali to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Dali and Luang Prabang is 1099 km. The road distance is 970.9 km.

How do I travel from Dali to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Dali to Luang Prabang without a car is to train which takes 11h 24m and costs $65 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Dali to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 11h 24m to get from Dali to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dali to Luang Prabang train from?

Dali to Luang Prabang train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Dali station.

Train or fly from Dali to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Dali to Luang Prabang is to train which takes 11h 24m and costs $65 - $180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $160 - $600 and takes 17h 27m.

What is the time difference between Dali and Luang Prabang?

Luang Prabang is 1h behind Dali. It is currently 8:45 PM in Dali and 7:45 PM in Luang Prabang.

Where does the Dali to Luang Prabang train arrive?

Dali to Luang Prabang train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Dali to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Dali to Luang Prabang is 971 km. It takes approximately 11h 47m to drive from Dali to Luang Prabang.

Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

There are 358+ hotels available in Luang Prabang.

Dali to Luang Prabang - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Dali to Luang Prabang by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dali to Kunming Southtrain Dali / ...
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Luang Prabang stationtrain
11h 24m
$70–179
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dali to Kunmingtrain
2. Take the bus from Kunming South to Mohanbus
3. Take the train from Boten station to Luang Prabang stationtrain
14h 38m
$58–106
Drive 970.9 km
1. Drive from Dali to Luang Prabangcar 970.9 km
11h 47m
$174–252
Fly
1. Fly from Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane DLU - LPQ
17h 27m
$164–555

Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) flights

22Weekly Planes

18h 36mAverage Duration

$146Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,099.4 km
Duration: 11h 24m

What companies run services between Dali, Yunnan Sheng, China and Luang Prabang, Laos?

You can take a train from Dali to Luang Prabang via Kunming South and Luang Prabang station in around 11h 24m. Alternatively, China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) 3 times a day.

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