How to Get to Lijiang City (Gucheng District) from Dali City (Xiaguan Town)
There are several transportation options available for traveling from Dali City (Xiaguan Town) to Lijiang City (Gucheng District). Below are some common routes and methods:
1. Self – driving
Route : Starting from Dali City (Xiaguan Town), drive along the Dali – Lijiang Expressway (S80) (大丽高速). The total distance is about 160 kilometers, with good road conditions and beautiful scenery along the way. Time : Under normal circumstances, it takes about 2 – 2.5 hours to drive.
2. High – speed Rail
Dali Station (大理站): There is a Dali Station in Dali City (Xiaguan Town), from which you can take a high – speed train directly to Lijiang Station (Lijiang Station). Lijiang Station is about 15 kilometers away from Lijiang City (Gucheng District), and you can take a taxi or bus to get there. Time : The train journey takes about 1 hour, and with the additional transportation time from the train station to the ancient city, it takes approximately 1.5 hours in total. Fare : The price for a second – class seat is around 60 – 70 yuan.
There are currently 7 direct high – speed rail services from Dali to Lijiang, as detailed below:
| Train No. | Departure Station | Arrival Station | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| C369 | Dali (08:00) | Lijiang (09:47) | 1.78 hours |
| C376 | Dali (15:20) | Lijiang (17:21) | 2.02 hours |
| C372 | Dali (09:22) | Lijiang (11:06) | 1.73 hours |
| C399 | Dali (16:10) | Lijiang (18:16) | 2.1 hours |
| C327 | Dali (19:57) | Lijiang (22:32) | 2.58 hours |
| C389 | Dali (20:03) | Lijiang (22:45) | 2.7 hours |
| C329 | Dali (20:40) | Lijiang (22:55) | 2.25 hours |
Train Features
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C372 is the fastest train, stopping at only 1 station with a total travel time of 1.73 hours.
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Other trains take between 1.78 and 2.7 hours, with some passing through Heqing Station (鹤庆站).
3. Long – distance Bus
Dali Passenger Station (大理客运站): You can take a long – distance bus from Dali Passenger Station to Lijiang Passenger Station (Lijiang Passenger Station). Lijiang Passenger Station is about 5 kilometers away from the ancient city, and you can take a taxi or bus to get there. Time : The journey takes about 3 – 4 hours, and the actual time may vary depending on the road conditions and the number of stops. Fare : The ticket price is generally between 50 – 60 yuan, subject to the actual fare.
4. Chartering a Car
Cost : The cost of chartering a car varies depending on the type of vehicle and the distance of the trip. Generally, the cost for a day’s charter is around 400 – 600 yuan, and the specific price can be negotiated with the driver. Advantages : Chartering a car is relatively convenient as you can stop whenever you want according to your own travel schedule. It is suitable for tourists who have ample time and want to arrange their itinerary freely.
