What is the cheapest way to get from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La?

The cheapest way to get from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La is to train which costs ¥300 - ¥600 and takes 21h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La?

The fastest way to get from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 7h 17m and costs ¥1000 - ¥3900.

Is there a direct train between Hanoi (State) and Shangri-La?

No, there is no direct train from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Ha Noi and arriving at Shangri-La via Hekou North, Kunming and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 56m.

How far is it from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La?

The distance between Hanoi (State) and Shangri-La is 989 km. The road distance is 1204.4 km.

How do I travel from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La without a car?

The best way to get from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La without a car is to train via Nanning which takes 25h 11m and costs ¥600 - ¥2100.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La?

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La train from?

Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La train services, operated by Vietnam Railways, depart from Ha Noi station.

Train or fly from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 7h 17m and costs ¥1000 - ¥3900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥300 - ¥600 and takes 21h 56m.

What is the time difference between Hanoi (State) and Shangri-La?

Shangri-La is 1h ahead of Hanoi (State). It is currently 3:50 AM in Hanoi (State) and 4:50 AM in Shangri-La.

Where does the Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La train arrive?

Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La train services, operated by Vietnam Railways, arrive at Sapa Lao Cai station.

Can I drive from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La is 1204 km. It takes approximately 13h 27m to drive from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La.

How do I get a train ticket from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La?

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Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 76+ hotels available in Shangri-La.

Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)plane HAN - DIG
7h 17m
¥1,031–3,837
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ha Noi to Sapa Lao Caitrain
2. Take the train from Hekou North to Kunmingtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming to Lijiangtrain
4. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
21h 56m
¥308–577
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Sapabus
2. Take the train from Hekou North to Kunmingtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming to Lijiangtrain
4. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
21h 35m
¥336–620
Bus, drive, train
1. Take the bus from 57 Cua Dong Street, Hanoi to Ha Giangbus
2. Take the bus from Ha Giang to Mèo Vạcbus
3. Drive from Mèo Vạc to Funingcar
4. Take the train from Funing to Miletrain
5. Take the train from Mile to Dalitrain
6. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
7. Take the bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La Bus Stationbus
27h 50m
¥590–1,040
Drive 1,204.4 km
1. Drive from Hanoi to Shangri-Lacar 1,204.4 km
13h 27m
¥1,024–1,479
Train via Nanning
1. Take the train from Hanoi Gia Lam Station to Nanningtrain
2. Take the train from Nanning to Kunming Southtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming South to Chuxiongtrain
4. Take the train from Chuxiong to Lijiangtrain
5. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
25h 11m
¥626–2,098

Hanoi (State) to Shangri-La by bus, car, and train

14Weekly Services

21h 35mAverage Duration

¥336Cheapest Price

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Distance: 989.4 km
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Hanoi (State), Vietnam and Shangri-La, China?

Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern Airlines fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ha Noi to Shangri-La via Sapa Lao Cai, Hekou North, Kunming, and Lijiang in around 21h 56m.

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