Driving from Lhasa to Kunming
Kunming lies 1,256 km (780 mi) east of Lhasa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 19 h 9 min without stops, over roughly 1,532 km (952 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Lhasa | Kunming | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 867,900 | 6 million |
| Elevation | 3,651 m (11,978 ft) | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 850000 | 650000 |
Where to book car hire from Lhasa to Kunming
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Staying in Kunming
Our booking partner lists 254 places to stay in Kunming. Of the 236 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (101), and 27 are five-star. Across 21 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9 out of 10. Guests have left 4,619 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Kunming
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Common questions
How far is Kunming from Lhasa?
1,256 km (780 mi) in a straight line, east of Lhasa; by road roughly 1,532 km (952 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lhasa to Kunming by car?
About 19 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lhasa and Kunming?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kunming?
Our booking partner lists 254 places to stay in Kunming, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.