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

The cheapest way to get from Dali to Xi'an is to train which costs ¥850 - ¥1100 and takes 14h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dali to Xi'an is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2600.

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

No, there is no direct train from Dali to Xi'an. However, there are services departing from Dali and arriving at Fengcheng 5-lu via Nanhua, Kunming and Bei Kezhan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 28m.

How far is it from Dali to Xi'an?

The distance between Dali and Xi'an is 1322 km. The road distance is 1588 km.

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

The best way to get from Dali to Xi'an without a car is to train which takes 14h 28m and costs ¥850 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Dali to Xi'an, including transfers.

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

Dali to Xi'an train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Dali station.

Train or fly from Dali to Xi'an?

The best way to get from Dali to Xi'an is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥850 - ¥1100 and takes 14h 28m.

Where does the Dali to Xi'an train arrive?

Dali to Xi'an train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Nanhua station.

Can I drive from Dali to Xi'an?

Yes, the driving distance between Dali to Xi'an is 1588 km. It takes approximately 16h 13m to drive from Dali to Xi'an.

Where can I stay near Xi'an?

There are 453+ hotels available in Xi'an.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Dali Huangcaoba
best
1. Fly from Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY)plane DLU - XIY
4h 35m
¥1,633–2,537
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dali to Nanhuatrain
2. Take the train from Nanhua to Kunming Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming to Xi'an North Stationtrain
14h 28m
¥891–1,105
Drive 1,588 km
1. Drive from Dali to Xi'ancar 1,588 km
16h 13m
¥1,390–2,008
Bus to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY)plane LJG - XIY
8h 31m
¥1,230–3,079

Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) flights

28Weekly Planes

2h 42mAverage Duration

¥536Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,321.7 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Dali, Yunnan Sheng, China and Xi'an, China?

Tibet Airlines Corporation, Beijing Capital, and China Eastern Airlines fly from Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dali to Fengcheng 5-lu via Nanhua, Kunming Station, Kunming, Xi'an North Station, and Bei Kezhan in around 14h 28m.

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