At present, About 10 pairs of high speed trains run between Chengdu and Kunming, taking around 5 - 7.5 hours.
And a second class seat takes CNY 481.5 - 509.5.
Direct flights are also available between the two cities. Duration is about 2 hours. When good discounts are offered in low seasons, the ticket fare can be low to CNY 400 or so. In this case, flight can be a more favorable choice.
Chengdu - Kunming High Speed Train
Basic Facts
Open Date:Jan. 25th, 2018
Distance:1,112 kilometers (691 miles)
Duration: 5 - 7.5 hours
Operated at:Chengdu East Railway Station/Chengdu South Railway Station, Kunming Railway Station/ Kunming South Railway Station
Stations along the way: Xinjin South, Meishan East, Leshan, Yibin West, Ziyang North, Neijiang North, Yongchuan East, Chongqing West, Xingwen, Zhenxiong, Dafang, Bijie, Qianxi, Xifeng, Guiyang North, Anshun West, Pu'anxian, Panzhou, Fuyuan north, Qujing North
Chengdu to Kunming High Speed Train Schedule
(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G2837 | 07:35 - 13:23 | 5h48m |
| G2801 | 09:07 - 15:20 | 6h13m |
| G2845 | 13:45 - 19:13 | 5h28m |
| G2887 | 15:02 - 21:33 | 6h31m |
| G2829 | 15:51 - 22:08 | 6h17m |
About 10 departures in total: departure time from 07:35 to 17:25; duration from 5h21m to 6h52m.
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Kunming to Chengdu Bullet Train Timetable
(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G2832 | 07:12 - 13:19 | 6h7m |
| G2822 | 07:54 - 13:19 | 5h25m |
| G2886 | 07:59 - 14:40 | 6h41m |
| D854 | 08:15 - 16:08 | 7h53m |
| G2830 | 08:56 - 15:20 | 6h24m |
| G2846 | 09:39 - 15:44 | 6h5m |
| G2824 | 09:39 - 15:49 | 6h10m |
| D856 | 09:52 - 17:22 | 7h30m |
| G2828 | 10:29 - 16:40 | 6h11m |
| G2826 | 10:50 - 16:46 | 5h56m |
| D877 | 10:51 - 18:32 | 7h41m |
| D858 | 10:53 - 18:17 | 7h24m |
| D876 | 11:16 - 18:32 | 7h16m |
| G2852 | 11:23 - 17:44 | 6h21m |
| D860 | 13:00 - 20:12 | 7h12m |
| G2890 | 13:22 - 19:56 | 6h34m |
| G2804 | 14:11 - 20:28 | 6h17m |
| G2884 | 14:43 - 21:34 | 6h51m |
| D873 | 14:44 - 22:23 | 7h39m |
| G2870 | 14:51 - 21:17 | 6h26m |
| D872 | 15:09 - 22:23 | 7h14m |
| D862 | 15:45 - 23:01 | 7h16m |
| G2802 | 15:46 - 22:16 | 6h30m |
| G2838 | 16:31 - 22:58 | 6h27m |
| G2882 | 16:33 - 22:48 | 6h15m |
Over 10 departures in total: departure time from 08:05 to 16:33; duration from 5h8m to 7h16m.
See more Kunming Schedule
Note: The above timetable is only for reference. Please search for the real-time schedule via the search box on page top.
Ticket Fare:
(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
| Business Class Seat | VIP Class Seat | First Class Seat | Second Class Seat |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNY 1,479.5 - 1,578 USD 218 - 232 | CNY 913.5 - 953.5 USD 134 - 140 | CNY 788 - 846 USD 116 - 124 | CNY 481.5 - 517.5 USD 71 - 76 |
Chengdu – Kunming New Railroad
A new railroad for normal speed trains between the two cities is under construction and the designed speed is 160 km/h (99 mph). This project is expected to finish in 2022, by then passengers can also travel between Chengdu and Kunming by normal speed train whose duration will be about 6 hours.
One of the Most Scenic Train Rides in China
As one of 8 most scenic train rides in China, Chengdu – Kunming Railway run southwestward from Sichuan Basin to Yungui Plateau. Along this way, tourists can see flat ground, high mountains, raging rivers, terraced fields and quiet villages, which are like a painting scroll. This provides tourists a chance to experience the various natural sceneries of different cities. Accompanied by those sceneries, this long-distance journey won’t be boring anymore, but full of surprises.
Major Rail LinesfromChengdu to:
- Xi'an
- Beijing
- Shanghai
- Guangzhou
- Guilin
- Chongqing
Major Rail LinesfromKunmingto:
- Dali
- Lijiang
- Beijing
- Shanghai
- Hong Kong
- Guangzhou
- Last updated on Apr. 25, 2023 -
Questions & Answers on Chengdu - Kunming Train
Asked by Archer from CANADA | Sep. 25, 2019 23:52
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Is there any one knows how much a taxi would approximately costs to downtown?
We will arrive at Kunming South Station at late night. Thank you.
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Answered by Keegan from RUSSIA | Sep. 26, 2019 18:43
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It may cost around CNY100 if at night time.
Asked by Healy from UNITED KINGDOM | Apr. 16, 2019 02:25Reply
Is there still metro in service if I reach there at 22:41pm?
I will need to reach down town at Wuhua District.
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Answered by Maynard from USA | Apr. 16, 2019 18:08
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I am afraid that the time is not enough to catch the last metro at 22:45pm. You may need taxi instead.
Asked by Jo from BELGIUM | Feb. 26, 2019 08:40Reply
speedtrain Kunming - Chengdu
Hi, is in necessary to book the speedtrain Kunming - Chengdu in advance? And how soon would you advise?
Thank you.
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Answered by Beacher | Feb. 27, 2019 01:15
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Only 4 or 5 rides a day, so it would be safter if you book online in advance. The ticket begin for sale 30 days before the travel day.
Asked by Laurie from CANADA | Dec. 09, 2018 18:23Reply
Best way for transfer?
How to go Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre to HDCL Service Residence, Chengdu?
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Answered by Jonathan | Dec. 10, 2018 17:44
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From Holiday Inn, you can take metro line 2 from Dongfeng Square to Huanchengnanlu and then change to line 1 to Chunrongjie. Finally, change to line 1 (branch line) there to the South Station. The duration needs about 1 hour. Then you can take a high speed ride to Chengdu East.
Then you can take metro line 2 from the East station to Chunxilu, exit D. The hotel is about 1km away from the exit. Surely, you can take direct taxi for both trips as well.
Asked by Thomas from CHINA | Jun. 14, 2018 09:36Reply
Hi, from which station do the normal speed train leave in Chengdu ?
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Answered by Quintin from SINGAPORE | Jun. 14, 2018 20:22
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For this trip to Kunming, it should be Chengdu Railway Station which is also called North Railway Station by local people. It is at No. 1 Zhandong Road, Jinniu District
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