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

The cheapest way to get from Vietnam to Lijiang is to train which costs ¥280 - ¥550 and takes 19h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vietnam to Lijiang is to fly which takes 6h 11m and costs ¥700 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct train between Vietnam and Lijiang?

No, there is no direct train from Vietnam to Lijiang. However, there are services departing from Ha Noi and arriving at Lijiang via Hekou North and Kunming. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 33m.

How far is it from Vietnam to Lijiang?

The distance between Vietnam and Lijiang is 884 km. The road distance is 1079.2 km.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Vietnam to Lijiang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vietnam to Lijiang train from?

Vietnam to Lijiang train services, operated by Vietnam Railways, depart from Ha Noi station.

Train or fly from Vietnam to Lijiang?

The best way to get from Vietnam to Lijiang is to fly which takes 8h 5m and costs ¥850 - ¥1900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥280 - ¥550 and takes 19h 33m.

Where does the Vietnam to Lijiang train arrive?

Vietnam to Lijiang train services, operated by Vietnam Railways, arrive at Sapa Lao Cai station.

Can I drive from Vietnam to Lijiang?

Yes, the driving distance between Vietnam to Lijiang is 1079 km. It takes approximately 12h 4m to drive from Vietnam to Lijiang.

Where can I stay near Lijiang?

There are 317+ hotels available in Lijiang.

Vietnam to Lijiang - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Vietnam to Lijiang by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly Noi Bai International Airport to Lijiang Sanyi Airport
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1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane HAN - LJG
8h 5m
¥872–1,822
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ha Noi to Sapa Lao Caitrain
2. Take the train from Hekou North to Kunmingtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming to Lijiangtrain
19h 33m
¥287–541
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Sapabus
2. Take the train from Hekou North to Mengzitrain
3. Take the train from Honghe to Dalitrain
4. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
17h 54m
¥423–863
Drive 1,079.2 km
1. Drive from Hanoi to Lijiangcar 1,079.2 km
12h 4m
¥910–1,315
Fly Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Lijiang Sanyi Airport
1. Fly from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane SGN - LJG
6h 11m
¥730–3,430
Fly Noi Bai International Airport to Diqing Shangri-La Airport, train
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)plane HAN - DIG
2. Take the train from Shangri-La to Lijiangtrain
9h 47m
¥1,097–3,127
Bus, train via Kunming
1. Take the bus from Noi Bai International Airport to HK Buslines, Sapabus
2. Take the train from Hekou North to Kunmingtrain
3. Take the bus from Kunming West to Lijiangbus
24h 4m
¥369–547

Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) flights

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 884 km
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Vietnam and Lijiang, China?

China Eastern Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, and five other airlines fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ha Noi to Lijiang via Sapa Lao Cai, Hekou North, Kunming, and Lijiang in around 19h 33m.

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