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26 h 46 min
2602 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kunming to Xining

Composite routes from Kunming to Xining

Cheapest
26 h 46 min
Car
2602 km.
from $143
Other
29 h 11 min
Bus, Train
1290 km.
from $56.34
15 h 48 min
1290 km.
from $233.15
24 h 55 min
Bus, Train
1290 km.
from $94.87
16 h 50 min
1290 km.
from $129.76

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 7
Air China
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
Sichuan Airlines
Website
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
Ruili Airlines
Website
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
Chengdu
Website
Air China
Website
4h
Every day
$101.78–$356.23
China Eastern Airlines
Website
2h 30m
Every day
$108.14–$356.23
Sichuan Airlines
Website
2h 20m
Monday to Saturday
$108.14–$343.51
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
5h 35m
Every day
$139.95–$254.45
Ruili Airlines
Website
2h 20m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$58.52–$368.96
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
2h 25m
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
$82.70–$229.01
Chengdu
Website
4h 55m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$108.14–$356.23
Train operators
Found: 5
China Railways G-Class
Website
China Railways D-Class
Website
China Railways Z-Class
Website
China Railways K-Class
Website
Kunming Rail Transit
China Railways G-Class
Website
10h 32m
Once daily
$120.86–$139.95
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways D-Class
Website
4h 16m
Every 3 hours
$36.90–$89.06
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways Z-Class
Website
14h 30m
Once daily
$17.81–$39.44
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways K-Class
Website
2h 41m
Once daily
$4.58–$13.99
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Kunming Rail Transit
15 min
Every 10 minutes
$0.31–$1.15
Bus operators
Found: 1
China Bus Guide
Website
China Bus Guide
Website
13h 30m
Once daily
$40.14
[email protected]
Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Xining is to bus and train which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 29h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Xining is to line 3 subway and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct train between Kunming and Xining?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming to Xining. However, there are services departing from Kunming and arriving at Xining via Xi'an North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 48m.

How far is it from Kunming to Xining?

The distance between Kunming and Xining is 1330 km. The road distance is 1875.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kunming to Xining without a car is to train which takes 15h 48m and costs $130.43 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Kunming to Xining, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Xining train from?

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

Where does the Kunming to Xining train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kunming to Xining?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Xining is 1875 km. It takes approximately 19h 50m to drive from Kunming to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 31+ hotels available in Xining. Prices start at $12.20 per night.
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