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

The cheapest way to get from Nanning to Shangri-La is to train which costs ¥270 - ¥490 and takes 22h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nanning to Shangri-La is to fly and train which takes 7h 38m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2400.

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

No, there is no direct train from Nanning to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Nanning and arriving at Shangri-La via Mile, Chuxiong and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

How far is it from Nanning to Shangri-La?

The distance between Nanning and Shangri-La is 1297 km. The road distance is 1346.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nanning to Shangri-La without a car is to train via Chuxiong which takes 12h 21m and costs ¥430 - ¥850.

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

It takes approximately 12h 21m to get from Nanning to Shangri-La, including transfers.

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

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

Train or fly from Nanning to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Nanning to Shangri-La is to train via Chuxiong which takes 12h 21m and costs ¥430 - ¥850. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥850 - ¥4100 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Nanning to Shangri-La train arrive?

Nanning to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Mile station.

Can I drive from Nanning to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Nanning to Shangri-La is 1347 km. It takes approximately 14h 1m to drive from Nanning to Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 76+ hotels available in Shangri-La.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Nanning to Shangri-La by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Chuxiong
best
1. Take the train from Nanning to Miletrain
2. Take the train from Mile to Chuxiongtrain
3. Take the train from Chuxiong to Lijiangtrain
4. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
12h 21m
¥437–847
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nanning to Kunmingtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming to Lijiangtrain
3. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
22h 14m
¥274–487
Train, bus
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
4. Take the bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La Bus Stationbus
15h 18m
¥452–962
Drive 1,346.7 km
1. Drive from Nanning to Shangri-Lacar 1,346.7 km
14h 1m
¥1,145–1,653
Fly to Diqing Shangri-La Airport
1. Fly from Nanning (NNG) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)plane NNG - DIG
8h 18m
¥849–4,055
Fly to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, train
1. Fly from Nanning (NNG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane NNG - LJG
2. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
7h 38m
¥1,712–2,338

Nanning to Shangri-La by train

7Weekly Trains

22h 14mAverage Duration

¥274Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,296.9 km
Duration: 12h 21m

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

You can take a train from Nanning to Shangri-La via Mile, Chuxiong, and Lijiang in around 12h 21m. Alternatively, Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Nanning (NNG) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) every 4 hours.

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