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

The cheapest way to get from Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie is to train via Guiyang which costs ¥500 - ¥700 and takes 13h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie is to train and fly which takes 9h 38m and costs ¥1600 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct train between Lào Cai and Zhangjiajie?

No, there is no direct train from Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie station. However, there are services departing from Hekou North and arriving at Zhangjiajie West Station via Kunming, Guiyang North and Huaihua South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 41m.

How far is it from Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie?

The distance between Lào Cai and Zhangjiajie is 1495 km. The road distance is 1330.4 km.

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

It takes approximately 13h 41m to get from Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie, including transfers.

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

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

What is the time difference between Lào Cai and Zhangjiajie?

Zhangjiajie is 1h ahead of Lào Cai. It is currently 11:09 AM in Lào Cai and 12:09 PM in Zhangjiajie.

Where does the Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie?

Yes, the driving distance between Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie is 1330 km. It takes approximately 13h 40m to drive from Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie.

Where can I stay near Zhangjiajie?

There are 369+ hotels available in Zhangjiajie.

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

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

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Train via Guiyang
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1. Take the train from Hekou North to Kunmingtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming to Guiyang Northtrain
3. Take the train from Guiyang North to Huaihua Southtrain
4. Take the train from Huaihua South Station to Zhangjiajie West Stationtrain
13h 41m
¥531–679
Drive 1,330.4 km
1. Drive from Lào Cai to Zhangjiajiecar 1,330.4 km
13h 40m
¥1,127–1,628
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 Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG)plane WNH - DYG
13h 4m
¥1,361–3,932
Train
1. Take the train from Hekou North to Kunmingtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Huaihua Southtrain
3. Take the train from Huaihua South to Zhangjiajie West Stationtrain
14h 8m
¥558–709
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hekou North to Mengzitrain
2. Take the train from Honghe to Kunming Southtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming South to Guiyang Northtrain
4. Take the train from Guiyang North to Huaihua Southtrain
5. Take the bus from Huaihua South Station to Fenghuangbus
6. Take the bus from Fenghuang to Zhangjiajiebus
14h 58m
¥638–929
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 Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG)plane KMG - DYG
9h 38m
¥1,681–3,171

Wenshan Puzhehei Airport (WNH) to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG) flights

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Distance: 1,495.1 km
Duration: 13h 41m

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

You can take a vehicle from Lào Cai to Zhangjiajie West Station via Hekou North, Kunming, Guiyang North, Huaihua South, and Huaihua South Station in around 13h 41m.

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