Day trip from Kangding to Leshan
Leshan lies 181 km (113 mi) east of Kangding, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 181 km (113 mi) apart, Leshan is a realistic day trip from Kangding: about 2 h 57 min each way by road.
| Kangding | Leshan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 100,000 | 662,814 |
| Elevation | 2,826 m (9,272 ft) | 375 m (1,230 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Leshan
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Staying in Leshan
Our booking partner lists 40 places to stay in Leshan. Of the 35 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (11), and 4 are five-star. Guests have left 194 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Leshan
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Common questions
How far is Leshan from Kangding?
181 km (113 mi) in a straight line, east of Kangding; by road roughly 221 km (137 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kangding to Leshan by road?
About 2 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kangding and Leshan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Leshan?
Our booking partner lists 40 places to stay in Leshan, bookable on this site.
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.