What is the cheapest way to get from Lijiang to Xi'an?

The cheapest way to get from Lijiang to Xi'an is to bus and train via Chengdu which costs ¥550 - ¥1300 and takes 24h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lijiang to Xi'an?

The fastest way to get from Lijiang to Xi'an is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs ¥1400 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct train between Lijiang and Xi'an?

No, there is no direct train from Lijiang to Xi'an. However, there are services departing from Lijiang and arriving at Shi Tushuguan via Kunming and Bei Kezhan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 48m.

How far is it from Lijiang to Xi'an?

The distance between Lijiang and Xi'an is 1248 km. The road distance is 1476.3 km.

How do I travel from Lijiang to Xi'an without a car?

The best way to get from Lijiang to Xi'an without a car is to train which takes 15h 48m and costs ¥900 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Lijiang to Xi'an?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Lijiang to Xi'an, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lijiang to Xi'an train from?

Lijiang to Xi'an train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, depart from Lijiang station.

Train or fly from Lijiang to Xi'an?

The best way to get from Lijiang to Xi'an is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs ¥1400 - ¥3600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥900 - ¥1100 and takes 15h 48m.

Where does the Lijiang to Xi'an train arrive?

Lijiang to Xi'an train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, arrive at Kunming station.

Can I drive from Lijiang to Xi'an?

Yes, the driving distance between Lijiang to Xi'an is 1476 km. It takes approximately 16h 30m to drive from Lijiang to Xi'an.

Where can I stay near Xi'an?

There are 563+ hotels available in Xi'an.

Lijiang to Xi'an - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lijiang to Xi'an by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY)plane LJG - XIY
4h 41m
¥1,447–3,566
Bus, train via Chengdu
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lijiang to Kunming Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kunming East to Chengdu Eastbus
3. Take the train from Chengdu East to Xi'an Northtrain
24h 31m
¥586–1,294
Train
1. Take the train from Lijiang to Kunmingtrain Lijiang
2. Take the train from Kunming to Xi'an North Stationtrain Kunming
15h 48m
¥917–1,086
Drive 1,476.3 km
1. Drive from Lijiang to Xi'ancar 1,476.3 km
16h 30m
¥1,248–1,802
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lijiang to Kunming Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kunming to Xi'an North Stationtrain Kunming
19h 5m
¥893–1,094

Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) flights

32Weekly Planes

2h 11mAverage Duration

¥632Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,247.8 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Lijiang, China and Xi'an, China?

Lucky Air Co. Ltd., Tibet Airlines Corporation, and three other airlines fly from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lijiang to Shi Tushuguan via Lijiang, Kunming, Xi'an North Station, and Bei Kezhan in around 15h 48m.

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