Driving from Nyingchi to Lijiang
Lijiang lies 652 km (405 mi) south-east of Nyingchi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 9 h 57 min without stops, over roughly 796 km (494 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Nyingchi | Lijiang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 200,000 | 211,151 |
| Elevation | 2,970 m (9,744 ft) | 2,397 m (7,864 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 860100 | 674100 |
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Common questions
How far is Lijiang from Nyingchi?
652 km (405 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Nyingchi; by road roughly 796 km (494 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nyingchi to Lijiang by car?
About 9 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nyingchi and Lijiang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.