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 via Guangyuan which costs ¥550 - ¥1100 and takes 24h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs ¥550 - ¥3200.

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 39m.

How far is it from Kunming to Xining?

The distance between Kunming and Xining is 1327 km. The road distance is 1748.2 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 39m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m 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.

Train or fly from Kunming to Xining?

The best way to get from Kunming to Xining is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs ¥550 - ¥3200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1000 - ¥1400 and takes 15h 39m.

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 1748 km. It takes approximately 21h 18m to drive from Kunming to Xining.

Where can I stay near Xining?

There are 24+ hotels available in Xining.

Kunming to Xining - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kunming to Xining by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xining (XNN)KMG - XNN
5h 33m
¥575–3,135
Train
1. Take the train from Kunming to Xi'an North StationKunming
2. Take the train from Xi'an North to XiningXi'an North
15h 39m
¥1,014–1,395
Bus, train via Guangyuan
1. Take the bus from Kunming North to Chengdu
2. Take the train from Chengdu East Station to Guangyuan
3. Take the train from Guangyuan to Lanzhou West Station
4. Take the train from Lanzhou West to Xining
24h 55m
¥593–1,090
Drive 1,748.2 km
1. Drive from Kunming to Xining1,748.2 km
21h 18m
¥1,569–2,266
Train via Chengdu
1. Take the train from Kunming to Chengdu EastDali / ...
2. Take the train from Chengdu East to XiningXining
16h 50m
¥775–1,384
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kunming North to Chengdu
2. Take the train from Chengdu to XiningChengdu-Lhasa
29h 12m

Kunming to Xining by train

7Weekly Trains

15h 39mAverage Duration

¥1,014Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,327 km
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Kunming, China and Xining, China?

Ruili Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xining (XNN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kunming to Xining via Xi'an North in around 15h 39m.

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