Kunming to Kaiyuan by train
Kaiyuan lies 160 km (100 mi) south of Kunming, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 50 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 196 km (122 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kunming | Kaiyuan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 6 million | 198,423 |
| Elevation | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) | 1,313 m (4,308 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Yiliang Railway Station, Shuitang Railway Station, Xiaoxicun Railway Station | Kaiyuan South railway station, Shilicun Railway Station, Dazhuang Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 650000 | 112300–661600 |
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Common questions
How far is Kaiyuan from Kunming?
160 km (100 mi) in a straight line, south of Kunming; by road roughly 196 km (122 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kunming to Kaiyuan by train?
About 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kunming and Kaiyuan?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.