What is the cheapest way to get from Lijiang to Sapa?

The cheapest way to get from Lijiang to Sapa is to train and drive which costs $35 - $65 and takes 12h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lijiang to Sapa?

The fastest way to get from Lijiang to Sapa is to drive which takes 9h 3m and costs $100 - $160.

How far is it from Lijiang to Sapa?

The distance between Lijiang and Sapa is 879 km. The road distance is 828.9 km.

How long does it take to get from Lijiang to Sapa?

It takes approximately 12h 9m to get from Lijiang to Sapa, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lijiang and Sapa?

Sapa is 1h behind Lijiang. It is currently 2:52 AM in Lijiang and 1:52 AM in Sapa.

Can I drive from Lijiang to Sapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lijiang to Sapa is 829 km. It takes approximately 9h 3m to drive from Lijiang to Sapa.

Where can I stay near Sapa?

There are 705+ hotels available in Sapa.

Lijiang to Sapa - 6 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Lijiang to Sapa by train, car, bus, or plane

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Lijiang to Kunmingtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming Station to Hekou Northtrain
3. Drive from Hekou North to Sapacar
12h 9m
$36–61
Bus, train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lijiang to Kunming Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kunming Station to Hekou Northtrain
3. Drive from Hekou North to Sapacar
15h 26m
$32–63
Bus, train, drive via Honghe
1. Take the bus from Lijiang to Kunming Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kunming to Honghetrain
3. Take the train from Mengzi to Hekou Northtrain
4. Drive from Hekou North to Sapacar
13h 43m
$49–90
Drive 828.9 km
1. Drive from Lijiang to Sapacar 828.9 km
9h 3m
$105–151
Fly from Lijiang Sanyi Airport, train, drive
1. Fly from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)plane LJG - KMG
2. Take the train from Kunming Station to Hekou Northtrain
3. Drive from Hekou North to Sapacar
11h 34m
$209–245
Train to Diqing Shangri-La Airport, fly, train, drive
1. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
2. Fly from Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)plane DIG - KMG
3. Take the train from Kunming Station to Hekou Northtrain
4. Drive from Hekou North to Sapacar
12h 41m
$279–601

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

14Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

$193Cheapest Price

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Distance: 878.7 km
Duration: 12h 9m

What companies run services between Lijiang, China and Sapa, Vietnam?

There is no direct connection from Lijiang to Sapa. However, you can take the taxi to Lijiang, take the train to Kunming, walk to Kunming Station, take the train to Hekou North, then drive to Sapa. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lijiang to Sapa via Kunming Station, Kunming, Honghe, Mengzi, and Hekou North in around 13h 43m.

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