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

The cheapest way to get from Pai to Kunming is to Mini Van and bus and train which costs ¥500 - ¥2100 and takes 32h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pai to Kunming is to Mini Van and fly which takes 9h 50m and costs ¥800 - ¥1800.

How far is it from Pai to Kunming?

The distance between Pai and Kunming is 977 km. The road distance is 1101.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Pai to Kunming without a car is to taxi and bus and train which takes 23h 32m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1800.

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

It takes approximately 9h 50m to get from Pai to Kunming, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Pai and Kunming?

Kunming is 1h ahead of Pai. It is currently 12:48 PM in Pai and 1:48 PM in Kunming.

Can I drive from Pai to Kunming?

Yes, the driving distance between Pai to Kunming is 1101 km. It takes approximately 15h 20m to drive from Pai to Kunming.

Where can I stay near Kunming?

There are 223+ hotels available in Kunming.

Pai to Kunming - 5 ways to travel via train, Mini Van, plane, taxi, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Pai to Kunming by bus, plane, taxi, train, 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.

Mini Van, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Pai to Chiang Mai
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)CNX - KMG
9h 50m
¥802–1,778
Mini Van, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pai to Chiang Mai
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang
3. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Kunming South
32h 41m
¥532–2,038
Taxi, bus, train
1. Take the taxi from Pai to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Phitsanulok Bus Terminal 2
3. Take the train from Tha Phra to Khamsavath station133
4. Take the train from Vientiane station to Kunming South
23h 32m
¥1,055–1,725
Mini Van, bus, train via Nong Khai
1. Take the bus from Pai to Chiang Mai
2. Take the bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Nong Khai
3. Take the train from Vientiane station to Kunming South
28h 14m
¥805–1,254
Drive 1,101.3 km
1. Drive from Pai to Kunming1,101.3 km
15h 20m
¥976–1,409

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) flights

18Weekly Planes

1h 45mAverage Duration

¥487Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 977.4 km
Duration: 9h 50m

What companies run services between Pai, Thailand and Kunming, China?

There is no direct connection from Pai to Kunming. However, you can take the bus to Chiang Mai, walk to Nakhon Chai Air Chiang Mai, take the bus to Tha Pae Gate, walk to วัดพวกช้าง Wat Puak Chang, take the bus to สนามบินเชียงใหม่ Chiang Mai International Airport, walk to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) airport, fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG), walk to Airport Center, take the line 6 subway to East Bus Station, then take the line 3 subway to Donfeng Square. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, take the bus to Phitsanulok Bus Terminal 2, take the taxi to Tha Phra, take the train to Khamsavath station, take the taxi to Vientiane station, take the train to Kunming South, then take the train to Kunming Station.

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