What is the cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Dali?

The cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Dali is to train and bus which costs ¥450 - ¥1200 and takes 15h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Dali?

The fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Dali is to fly which takes 10h 36m and costs ¥1100 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct train between Luang Prabang and Dali?

No, there is no direct train from Luang Prabang station to Dali. However, there are services departing from Luang Prabang station and arriving at Dali via Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

How far is it from Luang Prabang to Dali?

The distance between Luang Prabang and Dali is 1099 km. The road distance is 974.8 km.

How do I travel from Luang Prabang to Dali without a car?

The best way to get from Luang Prabang to Dali without a car is to train which takes 10h 47m and costs ¥450 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Luang Prabang to Dali?

It takes approximately 10h 47m to get from Luang Prabang to Dali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luang Prabang to Dali train from?

Luang Prabang to Dali train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, depart from Luang Prabang station.

Train or fly from Luang Prabang to Dali?

The best way to get from Luang Prabang to Dali is to train which takes 10h 47m and costs ¥450 - ¥1300. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥1100 - ¥4000 and takes 10h 36m.

What is the time difference between Luang Prabang and Dali?

Dali is 1h ahead of Luang Prabang. It is currently 7:26 PM in Luang Prabang and 8:26 PM in Dali.

Where does the Luang Prabang to Dali train arrive?

Luang Prabang to Dali train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Luang Prabang to Dali?

Yes, the driving distance between Luang Prabang to Dali is 975 km. It takes approximately 11h 45m to drive from Luang Prabang to Dali.

Where can I stay near Dali?

There are 221+ hotels available in Dali.

Luang Prabang to Dali - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Luang Prabang to Dali by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Dalitrain Kunming South / ...
10h 47m
¥456–1,219
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the bus from Kunming West to Dalibus KunmDali1
15h 22m
¥455–1,134
Drive 974.8 km
1. Drive from Luang Prabang to Dalicar 974.8 km
11h 45m
¥1,178–1,701
Fly
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Dali Huangcaoba (DLU)plane LPQ - DLU
10h 36m
¥1,131–3,934
Train via Kunming
1. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming to Dalitrain Honghe
11h 17m
¥473–1,239

Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) flights

7Weekly Planes

9h 5mAverage Duration

¥1,148Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,099.4 km
Duration: 10h 47m

What companies run services between Luang Prabang, Laos and Dali, Yunnan Sheng, China?

You can take a vehicle from Luang Prabang to Dali via Luang Prabang station and Kunming South in around 10h 47m. Alternatively, China Eastern Airlines and Lao Airlines fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) once daily.

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