What is the cheapest way to get from Dali to Nanjing?

The cheapest way to get from Dali to Nanjing is to train via Kunming which costs ¥330 - ¥850 and takes 37h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dali to Nanjing?

The fastest way to get from Dali to Nanjing is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs ¥1500 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct train between Dali and Nanjing?

No, there is no direct train from Dali to Nanjing. However, there are services departing from Dali and arriving at Gulou via Kunming South and Nanjing South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 24m.

How far is it from Dali to Nanjing?

The distance between Dali and Nanjing is 1994 km. The road distance is 2359.8 km.

How do I travel from Dali to Nanjing without a car?

The best way to get from Dali to Nanjing without a car is to train which takes 15h 24m and costs ¥950 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Dali to Nanjing?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Dali to Nanjing, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dali to Nanjing train from?

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

Train or fly from Dali to Nanjing?

The best way to get from Dali to Nanjing is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs ¥1500 - ¥3100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥950 - ¥1300 and takes 15h 24m.

Where does the Dali to Nanjing train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dali to Nanjing?

Yes, the driving distance between Dali to Nanjing is 2360 km. It takes approximately 23h 49m to drive from Dali to Nanjing.

How do I get a train ticket from Dali to Nanjing?

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Where can I stay near Nanjing?

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Dali to Nanjing - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Dali to Nanjing by plane, train, car, taxi, or bus

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Fly Dali Huangcaoba to Nanjing Lukou International Airport
best
1. Fly from Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)plane DLU - NKG
5h 10m
¥1,523–3,029
Train via Kunming
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dali to Kunmingtrain Honghe
2. Take the train from Kunming to Nanjingtrain K722 / ...
37h 10m
¥337–817
Train
1. Take the train from Dali to Kunming Southtrain Dali / ...
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Nanjing Southtrain Kunming / ...
15h 24m
¥971–1,252
Drive 2,359.8 km
1. Drive from Dali to Nanjingcar 2,359.8 km
23h 49m
¥1,984–2,865
Taxi to Baoshan, fly to Nanjing Lukou International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Dali to Baoshan (BSD)taxi
2. Fly from Baoshan (BSD) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)plane BSD - NKG
5h 58m
¥978–3,492
Taxi to Luxi, fly to Nanjing Lukou International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Dali to Luxi (LUM)taxi
2. Fly from Luxi (LUM) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)plane LUM - NKG
7h 21m
¥1,320–3,078
Bus to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, fly to Nanjing Lukou International Airport
1. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)plane LJG - NKG
9h 22m
¥820–2,171
Fly Dali Huangcaoba to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)plane DLU - HGH
2. Take the train from Hangzhou East to Nanjing South Stationtrain
7h 12m
¥915–4,130

Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) flights

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2h 45mAverage Duration

¥1,566Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,993.8 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Dali, Yunnan Sheng, China and Nanjing, China?

Beijing Capital and China Eastern Airlines fly from Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dali to Gulou via Kunming South, Nanjing South, and Nanjing South in around 15h 24m.

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