What is the cheapest way to get from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna?

The cheapest way to get from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna is to train and bus which costs ¥200 - ¥400 and takes 14h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna?

The fastest way to get from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna is to drive which takes 6h 10m and costs ¥490 - ¥750.

Is there a direct train between Lào Cai and Xishuangbanna?

No, there is no direct train from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna station. However, there are services departing from Hekou North and arriving at Xishuangbanna Station via Kunming Station and Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

How far is it from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna?

The distance between Lào Cai and Xishuangbanna is 871 km. The road distance is 582.4 km.

How long does it take to get from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna?

It takes approximately 10h 55m to get from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna train from?

Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, depart from Hekou North station.

What is the time difference between Lào Cai and Xishuangbanna?

Xishuangbanna is 1h ahead of Lào Cai. It is currently 4:09 PM in Lào Cai and 5:09 PM in Xishuangbanna.

Where does the Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna train arrive?

Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, arrive at Kunming station.

Can I drive from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna?

Yes, the driving distance between Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna is 582 km. It takes approximately 6h 10m to drive from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna.

Where can I stay near Xishuangbanna?

There are 52+ hotels available in Xishuangbanna.

Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hekou North to Kunmingtrain Hekou North
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
10h 55m
¥299–565
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hekou North to Kunmingtrain Hekou North
2. Take the bus from Kunming South to Jinghongbus
14h 2m
¥205–395
Train, bus via Honghe
1. Take the train from Hekou North to Mengzitrain
2. Take the train from Honghe to Kunmingtrain
3. Take the bus from Kunming South to Jinghongbus
12h 11m
¥317–570
Drive 582.4 km
1. Drive from Lào Cai to Xishuangbannacar 582.4 km
6h 10m
¥494–713
Drive to Wenshan Puzhehei Airport, fly
1. Drive from Lào Cai to Wenshan Puzhehei Airport (WNH)car
2. Fly from Wenshan Puzhehei Airport (WNH) to Jinghong (JHG)plane WNH - JHG
7h 6m
¥1,263–2,034
Train to Kunming Changshui International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Hekou North to Kunmingtrain
2. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Jinghong (JHG)plane KMG - JHG
9h 10m
¥983–1,373

Wenshan Puzhehei Airport (WNH) to Jinghong (JHG) flights

8Weekly Planes

4h 47mAverage Duration

¥1,142Cheapest Price

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Distance: 871.3 km
Duration: 10h 55m

What companies run services between Lào Cai, Vietnam and Xishuangbanna, China?

You can take a vehicle from Lào Cai to Xishuangbanna via Hekou North, Kunming, Kunming Station, Kunming South, and Xishuangbanna Station in around 10h 55m.

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