Lijiang and Shangri-La is connected by two C-type train routes. The running distance is 139 kilometers (86.4mi) with a travel time of 1.5 hours. The price of Second Class Seat is CNY 49 - 63.
Lijiang - Shangri-La Train
Basic Facts
Open Date: November 26, 2023
Duration: about 1.5 hours
Distance: 139km (86.4 miles)
Speed: 140km/h (87 mile/h)
Operated at:
Lijiang Railway Station, Shangri-La Railway Station
Station along the way: Xiaozhongdian Railway Station
Lijiang - Shangri-La Train Schedule
(Last Update on Nov 30, 2023)
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|
| C441 | 08:00 - 09:18 | 1h18m |
| C123 | 15:33 - 16:54 | 1h21m |
Shangri-La - Lijiang Train Timetable
(Last Update on Nov 30, 2023)
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|
| C120 | 10:30 - 11:51 | 1h21m |
| C380 | 13:38 - 15:11 | 1h33m |
| C124 | 17:50 - 19:12 | 1h22m |
Lijiang - Shangri-La Train Ticket Price
(Last Update on Nov 30, 2023)
| First Class Seat | Second Class Seat | CNY 78 - 100
USD 11 - 14 | CNY 49 - 63
USD 7 - 9 |
Other Transportation Option: Lijiang - Shangri-La Coach
Lijiang - Shangri-La coaches depart from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La Bus Station daily from 07:00 - 18:00, taking about 2.5 hours. The ticket fare is CNY80. From Shangri-la Bus Station, tourists can take Shangri-la bus line 3 at Minzu Zhongxue nearby to
Songzanlin Monastery.
From the north and south gate of Lijiang Old Town, there are also coaches to Dukezong Ancient Town in Shangri-La departing from 09:00 - 11:20 at a cost of CNY88.
Lijiang - Shangri-La Train VS Coach
| Transportation | Train | Coach |
| Duration | 1.5 hours | 2.5 - 3 hours |
| Price | Second class seat: CNY 49 / 63 | Around CNY 80 |
| Departures Frequency | 2 pairs per day | 15 pairs every day |
| Punctuality | Quite punctual | Usually be punctual |
| Pros and cons | Fast and comfortable | Slow and less comfortable |
Transportation to/from Railway Stations
Lijiang Railway Station: Bus No. 4, 16, 18, 103, 104, 105, 202, 209
Shangri-La Bus Station: Shangri-La Bus Line 12 (nearest bus stop: Liangshipo)
How to Travel from Shangri-La Railway Station to Nearby Attractions
To Dukezong Ancient Town & Songzanlin Monastery
Shangri-La Railway Station is 2-3km (1.24 - 1.86 miles) away from Dukezong Ancient Town scenic area. From the train station, tourists can walk southward to reach the ancient town, inside which there are hotels and restaurants. From the east gate of the town, Shangri-La Bus No. 3 will take you to another attraction, Songzanlin Monastery. The bus ride will take you about one hour. and cost CNY 2.
- Last updated on Dec. 01, 2023 by Gabby Li -