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How to Travel from

Kunming to Potala

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Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$368.96

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.95–$445.29

Tibet Airlines Corporation

Website:
tibetairlines.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$254.45

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.70–$229.01

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
5h 58m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$77.61–$85.24

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Kunming to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.81

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Chengdu to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
34h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.44–$108.14

Bus operators

Airports China

Bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.97

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Shangri-La County to Lasa
Ave. Duration:
24h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$87.40

China Bus Guide

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Kunming West to Yunnan
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.50

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Potala is to train and bus which costs $103.26 - $119.57 and takes 31h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Potala is to fly and bus which takes 6h 7m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

How far is it from Kunming to Potala?

The distance between Kunming and Potala is 1361 km. The road distance is 2175.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kunming to Potala without a car is to train and bus which takes 31h 50m and costs $103.26 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Kunming to Potala, including transfers.

Train or bus from Kunming to Potala?

The best way to get from Kunming to Potala is to train which takes 41h 58m and costs $103.26 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130.43 - $141.30 and takes 37h 28m.

What is the time difference between Kunming and Potala?

It is currently 07:02 at both, Kunming and Potala.

Can I drive from Kunming to Potala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Potala is 2175 km. It takes approximately 30h 31m to drive from Kunming to Potala.

Where can I stay near Potala?

There are 26+ hotels available in Potala. Prices start at $9.75 per night.
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