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26 h 49 min
2118 km.
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Lhasa, China → Kunming, China

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lhasa to Kunming

Composite routes from Lhasa to Kunming

Cheapest
26 h 49 min
Car
2118 km.
from $116
Other
3 h 25 min
Taxi, Plane
1254 km.
from $198.76
31 h 28 min
Bus, Train
1254 km.
from $107.50
40 h 36 min
1254 km.
from $200.35
37 h 21 min
1254 km.
from $179.84

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
Air China
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
Air China
Website
2h 20m
Every day
$130.43–$217.39
China Eastern Airlines
Website
2h 5m
Every day
$92.39–$315.22
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
2h 20m
Every day
$130.43–$217.39
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
2h 25m
Every day
$70.65–$195.65
Train operators
Found: 3
China Railways G-Class
Website
China Railways C-Class
Website
China Railways Z-Class
Website
China Railways G-Class
Website
8h 39m
Once daily
$81.52–$92.39
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways C-Class
Website
1h 20m
3 times a day
$5.98–$9.24
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways Z-Class
Website
30h 57m
Once daily
$30.43–$86.96
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Bus operators
Found: 2
Qichezhan
Website
China Bus Guide
Website
Qichezhan
Website
24h
3 times a week
$74.67
China Bus Guide
Website
3h 30m
Every 4 hours
$10.17
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lhasa to Kunming?

The cheapest way to get from Lhasa to Kunming is to bus and train which costs $97.83 - $119.57 and takes 31h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lhasa to Kunming?

The fastest way to get from Lhasa to Kunming is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $86.96 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct train between Lhasa and Kunming?

No, there is no direct train from Lhasa to Kunming. However, there are services departing from Lhasa and arriving at Kunming via Guangyuan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 36m.

How far is it from Lhasa to Kunming?

The distance between Lhasa and Kunming is 1357 km. The road distance is 2181.5 km.

How do I travel from Lhasa to Kunming without a car?

The best way to get from Lhasa to Kunming without a car is to bus and train which takes 31h 28m and costs $97.83 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Lhasa to Kunming?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Lhasa to Kunming, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lhasa to Kunming train from?

Lhasa to Kunming train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Lhasa station.

Train or bus from Lhasa to Kunming?

The best way to get from Lhasa to Kunming is to train which takes 40h 36m and costs $108.70 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.67 - $120.33 and takes 37h 21m.

Where does the Lhasa to Kunming train arrive?

Lhasa to Kunming train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Guangyuan station.

Can I drive from Lhasa to Kunming?

Yes, the driving distance between Lhasa to Kunming is 2181 km. It takes approximately 30h 49m to drive from Lhasa to Kunming.

Where can I stay near Kunming?

There are 173+ hotels available in Kunming. Prices start at $11.20 per night.
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