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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Xining to Kunming

Composite routes from Xining to Kunming

Cheapest
21 h 6 min
Car
1740 km.
from $95
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
Found: 6
China Eastern Airlines
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Sichuan Airlines
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Xiamen Airlines
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Tibet Airlines Corporation
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Ruili Airlines
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Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
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China Eastern Airlines
Website
2h 40m
Every day
$92.39–$315.22
Sichuan Airlines
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2h 15m
Every day
$92.39–$293.48
Xiamen Airlines
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4h 45m
Tuesday to Sunday
$92.39–$271.74
Tibet Airlines Corporation
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4h 25m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$130.43–$217.39
Ruili Airlines
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2h 30m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$51.09–$315.22
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
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2h 25m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$70.65–$195.65
Train operators
Found: 6
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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Kunming Rail Transit
China Railways G-Class
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4h 31m
Once daily
$44.57–$48.91
(86)12306
(86)12306
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China Railways D-Class
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4h 19m
Every 4 hours
$31.52–$76.09
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways C-Class
Website
5h 35m
Once daily
$36.96–$52.17
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways Z-Class
Website
14h 7m
Once daily
$15.22–$33.70
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways K-Class
Website
4h 45m
5 times a day
$5.43–$16.30
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Kunming Rail Transit
14 min
Every 10 minutes
$0.26–$0.98

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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