Shanghai to Lichuan by bus
Lichuan lies 1,208 km (751 mi) west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 21 h 56 min including stops, over roughly 1,474 km (916 mi) of road.
| Shanghai | Lichuan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 120,587 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 1,255 m (4,117 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Where to book buses from Shanghai to Lichuan
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Staying in Lichuan
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Common questions
How far is Lichuan from Shanghai?
1,208 km (751 mi) in a straight line, west of Shanghai; by road roughly 1,474 km (916 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Lichuan by bus?
About 21 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Lichuan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.