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

The cheapest way to get from Jinghong to Shangri-La is to train which costs ¥390 - ¥650 and takes 11h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jinghong to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs ¥2200 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Jinghong and Shangri-La?

No, there is no direct train from Jinghong station to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Xishuangbanna Station and arriving at Shangri-La via Kunming South, Chunrongjie, Kunming and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 49m.

How far is it from Jinghong to Shangri-La?

The distance between Jinghong and Shangri-La is 670 km. The road distance is 830.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Jinghong to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 11h 49m and costs ¥390 - ¥650.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Jinghong to Shangri-La, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jinghong to Shangri-La train from?

Jinghong to Shangri-La train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, depart from Xishuangbanna Station.

Train or fly from Jinghong to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Jinghong to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs ¥2200 - ¥7000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥390 - ¥650 and takes 11h 49m.

Where does the Jinghong to Shangri-La train arrive?

Jinghong to Shangri-La train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Jinghong to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Jinghong to Shangri-La is 831 km. It takes approximately 9h 25m to drive from Jinghong to Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 75+ hotels available in Shangri-La.

Jinghong to Shangri-La - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Jinghong to Shangri-La by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Jinghong (JHG) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)plane JHG - DIG
4h 37m
¥2,258–6,570
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xishuangbanna Station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming to Lijiangtrain
3. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
11h 49m
¥392–621
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Xishuangbanna Station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming to Dalitrain
3. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La Bus Stationbus
15h 17m
¥452–833
Drive 830.8 km
1. Drive from Jinghong to Shangri-Lacar 830.8 km
9h 25m
¥706–1,020

Jinghong (JHG) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) flights

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6h 18mAverage Duration

¥2,216Cheapest Price

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Distance: 670.1 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Jinghong, China and Shangri-La, China?

China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and Shanghai Airlines fly from Jinghong (JHG) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Xishuangbanna Station to Shangri-La via Kunming South, Kunming South, Chunrongjie, Kunming Station, Kunming, and Lijiang in around 11h 49m.

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