Lijiang to Xichang by train
Xichang lies 232 km (144 mi) north-east of Lijiang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 13 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 283 km (176 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lijiang | Xichang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 211,151 | 481,796 |
| Elevation | 2,397 m (7,864 ft) | 1,558 m (5,112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Yulong Snow Mountain Station, Visitor Center Station, Dongbagu Station | Huangshuitang Railway Station, Xichang West Railway Station, Huanglianguan Railway Station |
Where to book trains from Lijiang to Xichang
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Staying in Xichang
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Xichang. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 14 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Xichang from Lijiang?
232 km (144 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Lijiang; by road roughly 283 km (176 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lijiang to Xichang by train?
About 1 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lijiang and Xichang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Xichang?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Xichang, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.