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2604 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Xining to Kunming

Composite routes from Xining to Kunming

Cheapest
26 h 37 min
Car
2604 km.
from $143
Other
26 h 44 min
1290 km.
from $78.57
16 h 13 min
1290 km.
from $238.98
16 h 23 min
1290 km.
from $126.91

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Xining to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$368.96

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Xining to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$343.51

Xiamen Airlines

Website:
xiamenair.com
Plane from Xining to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.14–$318.06

Tibet Airlines Corporation

Website:
tibetairlines.com/
Plane from Xining to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$254.45

Ruili Airlines

Website:
rlair.net/
Plane from Xining to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$59.80–$368.96

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Xining to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.70–$229.01

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.16–$57.25
Train from Xi'an North Station to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
10h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.23–$146.31
Train from Chengdu East to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$77.61–$85.24

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Xi'an
Ave. Duration:
4h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.90–$89.06
Train from Xining to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
9h 52m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.37–$139.95

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Chengdu South Station to Liupanshui
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.26–$61.07

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Xining to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
14h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$39.44
Train from Liupanshui to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$17.81

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Liupanshui to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.36–$19.08

Kunming Rail Transit

Train from East Bus Station to Donfeng
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.31–$1.15

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Xining to Kunming is to train via Chengdu which costs $54.35 - $103.26 and takes 26h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xining to Kunming is to fly and line 3 subway which takes 4h 57m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct train between Xining and Kunming?

No, there is no direct train from Xining to Kunming. However, there are services departing from Xining and arriving at Kunming via Xi'an North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 13m.

How far is it from Xining to Kunming?

The distance between Xining and Kunming is 1330 km. The road distance is 1873.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Xining to Kunming without a car is to train which takes 16h 13m and costs $130.43 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Xining to Kunming, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xining to Kunming train from?

Xining to Kunming train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Xining station.

What is the time difference between Xining and Kunming?

It is currently 19:48 at both, Xining and Kunming.

Where does the Xining to Kunming train arrive?

Xining to Kunming train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Xi'an North station.

Can I drive from Xining to Kunming?

Yes, the driving distance between Xining to Kunming is 1874 km. It takes approximately 19h 55m to drive from Xining 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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