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

The cheapest way to get from Nanning to Lijiang is to train which costs ¥250 - ¥460 and takes 19h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nanning to Lijiang is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct train between Nanning and Lijiang?

No, there is no direct train from Nanning to Lijiang. However, there are services departing from Nanning and arriving at Lijiang via Kunming South and Chuxiong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Nanning to Lijiang?

The distance between Nanning and Lijiang is 980 km. The road distance is 1203.2 km.

How do I travel from Nanning to Lijiang without a car?

The best way to get from Nanning to Lijiang without a car is to train via Chuxiong which takes 9h 41m and costs ¥410 - ¥850.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Nanning to Lijiang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nanning to Lijiang train from?

Nanning to Lijiang train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Nanning station.

Train or fly from Nanning to Lijiang?

The best way to get from Nanning to Lijiang is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2300. Alternatively, you can train via Chuxiong, which costs ¥410 - ¥850 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Nanning to Lijiang train arrive?

Nanning to Lijiang train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Nanning to Lijiang?

Yes, the driving distance between Nanning to Lijiang is 1203 km. It takes approximately 12h 45m to drive from Nanning to Lijiang.

Where can I stay near Lijiang?

There are 318+ hotels available in Lijiang.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Nanning (NNG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane NNG - LJG
4h 56m
¥1,640–2,240
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nanning to Kunmingtrain Shenzhen East
2. Take the train from Kunming to Lijiangtrain Kunming
19h 50m
¥253–451
Train via Chuxiong
1. Take the train from Nanning to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Chuxiongtrain
3. Take the train from Chuxiong to Lijiangtrain
9h 41m
¥415–812
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nanning to Kunming Southtrain Guangzhou South / ...
2. Take the bus from Kunming West to Lijiangbus KunmLijiang
14h 58m
¥370–728
Drive 1,203.2 km
1. Drive from Nanning to Lijiangcar 1,203.2 km
12h 45m
¥1,023–1,478
Train, bus via Dali
1. Take the train from Nanning to Miletrain
2. Take the train from Mile to Dalitrain
3. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
10h 53m
¥411–875

Nanning (NNG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) flights

11Weekly Planes

3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 980.2 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Nanning, China and Lijiang, China?

Beijing Capital and Ruili Airlines fly from Nanning (NNG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nanning to Lijiang via Kunming South, Chuxiong, and Lijiang in around 9h 41m.

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