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Six ways to Travel from Kunming to Lhasa

Composite routes from Kunming to Lhasa

Cheapest
26 h 55 min
Car
2167 km.
from $119
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

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 Guangyuan
Ave. Duration:
8h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14
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 Guangyuan to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
29h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$101.78
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

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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