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Urumqi to Kunming

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Urumqi, China → Kunming, China

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Urumqi to Kunming

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Transport providers

Air China
Website
China Eastern Airlines
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China Southern Airlines
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Sichuan Airlines
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Air Travel
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Ruili Airlines
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Chengdu
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Air China
Website
8h 20m
Every day
$152.67–$826.97
China Eastern Airlines
Website
4h 35m
Every day
$203.56–$699.74
China Southern Airlines
Website
4h 10m
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
$305.34–$890.58
Sichuan Airlines
Website
4h 35m
Every day
$203.56–$699.74
Air Travel
Website
9h 45m
Monday and Friday
$152.67–$699.74
Ruili Airlines
Website
6h 30m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$178.12–$368.96
Chengdu
Website
6h 15m
Every day
$229.01–$699.74
China Railways G-Class
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China Railways D-Class
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China Railways C-Class
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China Railways Z-Class
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China Railways K-Class
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China Railways T-Class
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China Railways
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China Railways G-Class
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2h 29m
Twice daily
$26.72–$29.26
(86)12306
(86)12306
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China Railways D-Class
Website
7h 5m
Twice daily
$45.80–$114.50
(86)12306
(86)12306
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China Railways C-Class
Website
2h 20m
Once daily
$15.27–$22.90
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways Z-Class
Website
16h 51m
Twice daily
$27.99–$76.34
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways K-Class
Website
36h 44m
Once daily
$47.07–$114.50
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways T-Class
Website
2h 2m
Once daily
$7.00–$19.08
China Railways
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1h 58m
Once daily
$4.71–$11.45
86-010-12306
86-010-12306
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Ctrip
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Trip 8080
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Ctrip
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30h
Once daily
$101.04
400-830-6666
400-830-6666
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Trip 8080
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4h 30m
Hourly
$18.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ürümqi to Kunming is to train via Lanzhou which costs $108.70 - $239.13 and takes 32h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ürümqi to Kunming is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $173.91 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct train between Ürümqi and Kunming?

No, there is no direct train from Ürümqi to Kunming. However, there are services departing from Ürümqi South and arriving at Kunming via Ürümqi, Lanzhou, Chongqing North Station and Guiyang North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 59m.

How far is it from Ürümqi to Kunming?

The distance between Ürümqi and Kunming is 2571 km. The road distance is 3569.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Kunming without a car is to train via Lanzhou which takes 32h 59m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Ürümqi to Kunming, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ürümqi to Kunming train from?

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

Train or fly from Ürümqi to Kunming?

The best way to get from Ürümqi to Kunming is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $173.91 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can train via Lanzhou, which costs $108.70 - $239.13 and takes 32h 59m.

What is the time difference between Ürümqi and Kunming?

Kunming is 2h ahead of Ürümqi. It is currently 08:58 in Ürümqi and 10:58 in Kunming.

Where does the Ürümqi to Kunming train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ürümqi to Kunming?

Yes, the driving distance between Ürümqi to Kunming is 3569 km. It takes approximately 36h 57m to drive from Ürümqi 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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