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26 h 50 min
2118 km.
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Kunming, China → Lhasa, China

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kunming to Lhasa

Composite routes from Kunming to Lhasa

Cheapest
26 h 50 min
Car
2118 km.
from $116
Other
5 h 56 min
Plane, Bus
1254 km.
from $175.04
31 h 45 min
Train, Bus
1254 km.
from $158.54
38 h 36 min
1254 km.
from $202.83
41 h 50 min
1254 km.
from $118.46

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
China Eastern Airlines
Website
Sichuan Airlines
Website
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
China Eastern Airlines
Website
3h 25m
Every day
$108.14–$368.96
Sichuan Airlines
Website
5h 20m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$139.95–$445.29
Tibet Airlines Corporation
Website
2h 45m
Every day
$139.95–$254.45
Lucky Air Co. Ltd.
Website
3h 5m
Every day
$82.70–$229.01
Train operators
Found: 3
China Railways G-Class
Website
China Railways C-Class
Website
China Railways Z-Class
Website
China Railways G-Class
Website
8h 33m
Once daily
$95.42–$108.14
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways C-Class
Website
4h 1m
4 times a day
$21.63–$31.81
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
China Railways Z-Class
Website
29h 3m
Once daily
$35.62–$101.78
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Bus operators
Found: 2
Airports China
Qichezhan
Website
Airports China
1h
Hourly
$3.97
Qichezhan
Website
24h
3 times a week
$87.40

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Lhasa is to train and bus which costs $97.83 - $119.57 and takes 31h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Lhasa is to fly and bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct train between Kunming and Lhasa?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming to Lhasa. However, there are services departing from Kunming and arriving at Lhasa via Guangyuan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 36m.

How far is it from Kunming to Lhasa?

The distance between Kunming and Lhasa is 1360 km. The road distance is 2175.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kunming to Lhasa without a car is to train and bus which takes 31h 45m and costs $97.83 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Kunming to Lhasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Lhasa train from?

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

Where does the Kunming to Lhasa train arrive?

Kunming to Lhasa train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Guangyuan station.

Can I drive from Kunming to Lhasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Lhasa is 2176 km. It takes approximately 30h 30m to drive from Kunming to Lhasa.

Where can I stay near Lhasa?

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