Chengdu to Kunming by train
Kunming lies 640 km (397 mi) south of Chengdu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 21 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 780 km (485 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Chengdu | Kunming | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 20.9 million | 6 million |
| Elevation | 499 m (1,637 ft) | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Chengdu railway station, Chengdu East railway station, Dujiangyan railway station | Yiliang Railway Station, Shuitang Railway Station, Xiaoxicun Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 610000 | 650000 |
Where to book trains from Chengdu 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.
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Common questions
How far is Kunming from Chengdu?
640 km (397 mi) in a straight line, south of Chengdu; by road roughly 780 km (485 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chengdu to Kunming by train?
About 3 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chengdu 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
- 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.