What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming South to Lijiang?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming South to Lijiang is to train which costs ¥190 - ¥310 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming South to Lijiang?

The fastest way to get from Kunming South to Lijiang is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs ¥400 - ¥600.

Is there a direct bus between Kunming South and Lijiang?

No, there is no direct bus from Kunming South to Lijiang. However, there are services departing from Kunming West and arriving at Lijiang via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kunming South and Lijiang?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming South to Lijiang. However, there are services departing from Kunming South and arriving at Lijiang via Chuxiong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Kunming South to Lijiang?

The distance between Kunming South and Lijiang is 473 km. The road distance is 482.5 km.

How do I travel from Kunming South to Lijiang without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming South to Lijiang without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs ¥190 - ¥310.

How long does it take to get from Kunming South to Lijiang?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Kunming South to Lijiang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming South to Lijiang bus from?

Kunming South to Lijiang bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Kunming West station.

Where do I catch the Kunming South to Lijiang train from?

Kunming South to Lijiang train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Kunming South station.

Train or bus from Kunming South to Lijiang?

The best way to get from Kunming South to Lijiang is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs ¥190 - ¥310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥170 - ¥280 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Kunming South to Lijiang bus arrive?

Kunming South to Lijiang bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Lijiang station.

Where does the Kunming South to Lijiang train arrive?

Kunming South to Lijiang train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Chuxiong station.

Can I drive from Kunming South to Lijiang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming South to Lijiang is 482 km. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Kunming South to Lijiang.

Where can I stay near Lijiang?

There are 319+ hotels available in Lijiang.

Kunming South to Lijiang - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kunming South to Lijiang by train, bus, car, subway, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Chuxiongtrain Kunming South / ...
2. Take the train from Chuxiong to Lijiangtrain Kunming
5h 17m
¥198–302
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kunming West to Lijiangbus KunmLijiang
10h 24m
¥178–274
Drive 482.5 km
1. Drive from Kunming South to Lijiangcar 482.5 km
5h 7m
¥409–591
Line 4 subway, line 6 subway, fly to Lijiang Sanyi Airport
1. Take the subway from Kunming South station to Dashuyingsubway
2. Take the subway from East Bus Station to Airport Centersubway
3. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane KMG - LJG
5h 10m
¥503–2,740
Line 4 subway, line 6 subway, fly to Diqing Shangri-La Airport, train
1. Take the subway from Kunming South station to Dashuyingsubway
2. Take the subway from East Bus Station to Airport Centersubway
3. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)plane KMG - DIG
4. Take the train from Shangri-La to Lijiangtrain
6h 42m
¥1,808–3,445
Fly to Dali Huangcaoba, bus
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Dali Huangcaoba (DLU)plane KMG - DLU
2. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
8h 12m
¥1,075–3,488

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) flights

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Distance: 473.2 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Kunming South, China and Lijiang, China?

You can take a train from Kunming South to Lijiang via Chuxiong and Lijiang in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Kunming West to Lijiang twice daily. Tickets cost ¥140–202 and the journey takes 8h 30m.

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