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

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Lijiang is to bus which costs ¥370 - ¥550 and takes 24h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Lijiang is to line 3 subway and fly which takes 3h 36m and costs ¥1800 - ¥3700.

Is there a direct bus between Chengdu and Lijiang?

No, there is no direct bus from Chengdu to Lijiang. However, there are services departing from Chengdu East and arriving at Lijiang via Kunming West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 15m.

How far is it from Chengdu to Lijiang?

The distance between Chengdu and Lijiang is 614 km. The road distance is 767.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chengdu to Lijiang without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 22m and costs ¥700 - ¥850.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Chengdu to Lijiang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chengdu to Lijiang bus from?

Chengdu to Lijiang bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Chengdu East station.

Where does the Chengdu to Lijiang bus arrive?

Chengdu to Lijiang bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Kunming station.

Can I drive from Chengdu to Lijiang?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu to Lijiang is 767 km. It takes approximately 9h 18m to drive from Chengdu to Lijiang.

Where can I stay near Lijiang?

There are 249+ hotels available in Lijiang.

Chengdu to Lijiang - 6 ways to travel via train, line 3 subway, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Chengdu to Lijiang by subway, plane, train, bus, or car

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Line 3 subway to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, fly to Lijiang Sanyi Airport
best
1. Take the subway from Chunxi Road to Taipingyuansubway
2. Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane CTU - LJG
3h 36m
¥1,826–3,629
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chengdu East to Kunmingbus
2. Take the bus from Kunming West to Lijiangbus KunmLijiang
24h 15m
¥379–548
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chengdu East to Dalitrain Chengdu
2. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
13h 22m
¥707–807
Drive 767.1 km
1. Drive from Chengdu to Lijiangcar 767.1 km
9h 18m
¥646–932
Line 1 subway, subway to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, fly to Lijiang Sanyi Airport
1. Take the subway from Luomashi to Century Citysubway
2. Take the subway from Century City to Tianfu International Airport Northsubway
3. Fly from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane TFU - LJG
4h 43m
¥1,032–1,939
Fly Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Dali Huangcaoba, bus
1. Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Dali Huangcaoba (DLU)plane CTU - DLU
2. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
6h 48m
¥1,068–3,677

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) flights

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Distance: 613.5 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a subway from Tianfu Square to Lijiang via East station, Chengdu East, Kunming, Wuyi Road, West Bus Station, and Kunming West in around 24h 15m.

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