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

The cheapest way to get from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang is to train and bus which costs ¥370 - ¥600 and takes 14h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs ¥1500 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct train between Xishuangbanna and Lijiang?

No, there is no direct train from Xishuangbanna station to Lijiang. However, there are services departing from Xishuangbanna Station and arriving at Lijiang via Kunming South and Chuxiong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang?

The distance between Xishuangbanna and Lijiang is 562 km. The road distance is 698.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang without a car is to train which takes 9h 10m and costs ¥410 - ¥700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xishuangbanna to Lijiang train from?

Xishuangbanna to Lijiang train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, depart from Xishuangbanna Station.

Train or fly from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang?

The best way to get from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs ¥1500 - ¥3300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥410 - ¥700 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Xishuangbanna to Lijiang train arrive?

Xishuangbanna to Lijiang train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang?

Yes, the driving distance between Xishuangbanna to Lijiang is 699 km. It takes approximately 7h 53m to drive from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang.

Where can I stay near Lijiang?

There are 319+ hotels available in Lijiang.

Xishuangbanna to Lijiang - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Jinghong (JHG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane JHG - LJG
3h 25m
¥1,524–3,224
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xishuangbanna Station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the bus from Kunming West to Lijiangbus KunmLijiang
14h 28m
¥370–600
Train
1. Take the train from Xishuangbanna Station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Chuxiongtrain
3. Take the train from Chuxiong to Lijiangtrain
9h 10m
¥415–684
Drive 698.6 km
1. Drive from Xishuangbanna to Lijiangcar 698.6 km
7h 53m
¥594–858

Jinghong (JHG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) flights

46Weekly Planes

1h 14mAverage Duration

¥527Cheapest Price

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Distance: 562.3 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Ruili Airlines, Kunming Airlines, and Qingdao Airlines fly from Jinghong (JHG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Xishuangbanna to Lijiang via Xishuangbanna Station, Kunming South, Chuxiong, and Lijiang in around 9h 10m.

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