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How to Travel from

Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City

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Kunming, China → Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Six ways to Travel from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City

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Transport providers

Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Website:
vietnamairlines.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tansonnhat
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$178.12

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tansonnhat
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$178.12

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tansonnhat
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$229.01

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tansonnhat
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$330.79

Kunming Airlines

Website:
airkunming.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tansonnhat
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$279.90

Train operators

Vietnam Railways

Phone:
19006469
Website:
dsvn.vn
Train from Sapa Lao Cai to Ha
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$19.08
Train from Ha Noi to Ho
Ave. Duration:
33h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$38.17–$89.06

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming South to Nanning
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$34.35–$82.70

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming Station to Hekou
Ave. Duration:
7h 21m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$20.36

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Kunming South to Vientiane
Ave. Duration:
9h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.45–$139.95

China Railways

Phone:
86-010-12306
Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Nanning to Hanoi
Ave. Duration:
13h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.08–$45.80

Bus operators

Sao Viet

Phone:
1900 6746
Website:
xesaoviet.com.vn/
Bus from Lao Cai to Hanoi
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

China Bus Guide

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Kunming South to Laos
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$93.12

Viet Lao Bus

Phone:
+84 91 442 57 88
Website:
vietlaobus.com/vi/
Bus from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Mien
Ave. Duration:
24h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.16–$82.70

Mai Linh Express

Phone:
024 38 333 333
Website:
mailinh.vn/dich-vu/mai-linh-express.html
Bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Ho
Ave. Duration:
36h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City is to train and bus via Hanoi which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 2 days 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $76.09 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct train between Kunming and Ho Chi Minh City?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming station to Ho Chi Minh City. However, there are services departing from Kunming Station and arriving at Ho Chi Minh City via Kunming South, Nanning, Gia Lam and Ha Noi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

The distance between Kunming and Ho Chi Minh City is 1664 km. The road distance is 2223.2 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City without a car is to train and bus which takes 36h 16m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City train from?

Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Kunming South station.

Train, bus or fly from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

The best way to get from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $76.09 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $47.83 - $119.57 and takes 2 days 3h, you could also bus, which costs $130.43 - $163.04 and takes 41h 7m.

What is the time difference between Kunming and Ho Chi Minh City?

Ho Chi Minh City is 1h behind Kunming. It is currently 03:24 in Kunming and 02:24 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Where does the Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City train arrive?

Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Nanning station.

Can I drive from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City is 2223 km. It takes approximately 29h 33m to drive from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City.

Where can I stay near Ho Chi Minh City?

There are 4283+ hotels available in Ho Chi Minh City. Prices start at $23.58 per night.
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