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

The cheapest way to get from Leshan to Shangri-La is to train which costs ¥650 - ¥850 and takes 13h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leshan to Shangri-La is to train and fly which takes 5h 50m and costs ¥950 - ¥3600.

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

No, there is no direct train from Leshan to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Leshan and arriving at Shangri-La via Chuxiong and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 43m.

How far is it from Leshan to Shangri-La?

The distance between Leshan and Shangri-La is 743 km. The road distance is 824.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Leshan to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 13h 43m and costs ¥650 - ¥850.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Leshan to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

Leshan to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Leshan station.

Where does the Leshan to Shangri-La train arrive?

Leshan to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Chuxiong station.

Can I drive from Leshan to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Leshan to Shangri-La is 824 km. It takes approximately 10h 47m to drive from Leshan to Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 85+ hotels available in Shangri-La.

Leshan to Shangri-La - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leshan to Shangri-La by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train, train to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, fly to Diqing Shangri-La Airport
best
1. Take the train from Leshan to Chengdu Easttrain
2. Take the train from Chengdu East to Tianfu International Airporttrain
3. Fly from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)plane TFU - DIG
5h 50m
¥973–3,576
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Leshan to Dalitrain
2. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La Bus Stationbus
17h 15m
¥687–892
Train
1. Take the train from Leshan to Chuxiongtrain
2. Take the train from Chuxiong to Lijiangtrain
3. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
13h 43m
¥689–805
Drive 824.4 km
1. Drive from Leshan to Shangri-Lacar 824.4 km
10h 47m
¥696–1,005
Train to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, fly to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leshan to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airporttrain
2. Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane CTU - LJG
3. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
8h 3m
¥1,977–4,044

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) flights

12Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

¥695Cheapest Price

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Distance: 742.6 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Leshan Central Bus Station to Shangri-La via Leshan Railway Station Bus Stop, Leshan, Chuxiong, and Lijiang in around 13h 43m.

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