Kunming to Lhasa by bus
Lhasa lies 1,256 km (780 mi) north-west of Kunming, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 22 h 47 min including stops, over roughly 1,532 km (952 mi) of road.
| Kunming | Lhasa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 6 million | 867,900 |
| Elevation | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) | 3,651 m (11,978 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 650000 | 850000 |
Where to book buses from Kunming to Lhasa
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Staying in Lhasa
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Lhasa. Of the 34 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (17), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 275 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Lhasa
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Common questions
How far is Lhasa from Kunming?
1,256 km (780 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kunming; by road roughly 1,532 km (952 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kunming to Lhasa by bus?
About 22 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kunming and Lhasa?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Lhasa?
Our booking partner lists 35 places to stay in Lhasa, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.