Driving from Kangding to Shangri-La
Shangri-La lies 326 km (203 mi) south-west of Kangding, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 59 min without stops, over roughly 398 km (247 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Kangding | Shangri-La | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 100,000 | 186,400 |
| Elevation | 2,826 m (9,272 ft) | 3,283 m (10,771 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
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Staying in Shangri-La
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Common questions
How far is Shangri-La from Kangding?
326 km (203 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kangding; by road roughly 398 km (247 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kangding to Shangri-La by car?
About 4 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kangding and Shangri-La?
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.