What is the cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Lijiang?

The cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Lijiang is to train and bus which costs ¥650 - ¥900 and takes 28h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xi'an to Lijiang?

The fastest way to get from Xi'an to Lijiang is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs ¥1300 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct train between Xi'an and Lijiang?

No, there is no direct train from Xi'an to Lijiang. However, there are services departing from Shi Tushuguan and arriving at Lijiang via Xi'an North Station and Kunming. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 11m.

How far is it from Xi'an to Lijiang?

The distance between Xi'an and Lijiang is 1250 km. The road distance is 1474.1 km.

How do I travel from Xi'an to Lijiang without a car?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Lijiang without a car is to train which takes 17h 11m and costs ¥950 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Xi'an to Lijiang?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Xi'an to Lijiang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xi'an to Lijiang train from?

Xi'an to Lijiang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Xi'an North Station.

Train or fly from Xi'an to Lijiang?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Lijiang is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs ¥1300 - ¥3600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥950 - ¥1200 and takes 17h 11m.

Where does the Xi'an to Lijiang train arrive?

Xi'an to Lijiang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Kunming station.

Can I drive from Xi'an to Lijiang?

Yes, the driving distance between Xi'an to Lijiang is 1474 km. It takes approximately 16h 28m to drive from Xi'an to Lijiang.

Where can I stay near Lijiang?

There are 319+ hotels available in Lijiang.

Xi'an to Lijiang - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Xi'an to Lijiang by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane XIY - LJG
5h 13m
¥1,347–3,566
Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Xian North Station to Chengdu Easttrain
2. Take the bus from Chengdu East to Kunmingbus
3. Take the bus from Kunming West to Lijiangbus
28h 38m
¥668–870
Train
1. Take the train from Xi'an North Station to Kunmingtrain Xi'an
2. Take the train from Kunming to Lijiangtrain Kunming
17h 11m
¥966–1,135
Drive 1,474.1 km
1. Drive from Xi'an to Lijiangcar 1,474.1 km
16h 28m
¥1,247–1,801

Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) flights

53Weekly Planes

3h 20mAverage Duration

¥601Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,249.8 km
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Xi'an, China and Lijiang, China?

Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air Co. Ltd., and seven other airlines fly from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Shi Tushuguan to Lijiang via Bei Kezhan, Xi'an North Station, Kunming, and Lijiang in around 17h 11m.

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