Kunming to Liupanshui by train
Liupanshui lies 273 km (170 mi) north-east of Kunming, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 26 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 334 km (207 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Kunming | Liupanshui | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 6 million | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) | 1,799 m (5,902 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Yiliang Railway Station, Shuitang Railway Station, Xiaoxicun Railway Station | Liupanshui Railway Station, Nayu Railway Station, Shuicheng Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 650000 | 553000 |
Where to book trains from Kunming to Liupanshui
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Staying in Liupanshui
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Liupanshui. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (1).
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Common questions
How far is Liupanshui from Kunming?
273 km (170 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kunming; by road roughly 334 km (207 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kunming to Liupanshui by train?
About 1 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kunming and Liupanshui?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Liupanshui?
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Liupanshui, 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.