What is the cheapest way to get from Shenzhen to Dali?

The cheapest way to get from Shenzhen to Dali is to train and line 2 subway which costs ¥65 - ¥130 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shenzhen to Dali?

The fastest way to get from Shenzhen to Dali is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs ¥120 - ¥180.

Is there a direct bus between Shenzhen and Dali?

No, there is no direct bus from Shenzhen to Dali. However, there are services departing from Shenzhen Futian and arriving at Foshan Dali via Guangzhou Municipal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Shenzhen and Dali?

No, there is no direct train from Shenzhen station to Dali. However, there are services departing from Futian Station and arriving at Gongyuanqian via Guangzhou South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Shenzhen to Dali?

The distance between Shenzhen and Dali is 147 km. The road distance is 144.3 km.

How do I travel from Shenzhen to Dali without a car?

The best way to get from Shenzhen to Dali without a car is to train and line 2 subway which takes 2h 5m and costs ¥65 - ¥130.

How long does it take to get from Shenzhen to Dali?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Shenzhen to Dali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shenzhen to Dali bus from?

Shenzhen to Dali bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shenzhen Futian station.

Where do I catch the Shenzhen to Dali train from?

Shenzhen to Dali train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Futian Station.

Train or bus from Shenzhen to Dali?

The best way to get from Shenzhen to Dali is to bus which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥75 - ¥170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥65 - ¥150 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Shenzhen to Dali bus arrive?

Shenzhen to Dali bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Guangzhou Municipal station.

Where does the Shenzhen to Dali train arrive?

Shenzhen to Dali train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Guangzhou South station.

Can I drive from Shenzhen to Dali?

Yes, the driving distance between Shenzhen to Dali is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Shenzhen to Dali.

Where can I stay near Dali?

There are 883+ hotels available in Dali.

Shenzhen to Dali - 5 ways to travel via train, line 2 subway, bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Shenzhen to Dali by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 2 subway
best
1. Take the train from Futian Station to Guangzhou South stationtrain Shenzhen Futian / ...
2. Take the subway from Guangzhou South to Gongyuanqiansubway 2
2h 5m
¥68–128
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shenzhen Station to Guangzhou Easttrain Guangzhou East / ...
2h 44m
¥67–149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shenzhen Futian to Guangzhou Municipalbus
2h 57m
¥78–164
Drive 144.3 km
1. Drive from Shenzhen to Dalicar 144.3 km
1h 37m
¥123–177
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shenzhen to Dalitaxi 144.3 km
1h 37m
¥440–550

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Distance: 147.3 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Shenzhen, China and Dali, Guangdong, China?

China Bus Guide operates a bus from Shenzhen Futian to Guangzhou Municipal hourly. Tickets cost ¥65–100 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, China Railways C-Class operates a train from Shenzhen Station to Guangzhou East every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥50–75 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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