Kunming to Xining by train
Xining lies 1,292 km (803 mi) north of Kunming, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 45 min at the speeds typical of China rail, over roughly 1,576 km (979 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kunming | Xining | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 6 million | 2.5 million |
| Elevation | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Stations on record | Yiliang Railway Station, Shuitang Railway Station, Xiaoxicun Railway Station | Xining railway station, Xining West railway station, Datongxi Railway Station |
| Postal codes | 650000 | 810000 |
Where to book trains from Kunming to Xining
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Staying in Xining
Our booking partner lists 48 places to stay in Xining. Of the 42 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (25), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 278 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Xining
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Common questions
How far is Xining from Kunming?
1,292 km (803 mi) in a straight line, north of Kunming; by road roughly 1,576 km (979 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kunming to Xining by train?
About 6 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kunming and Xining?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Xining?
Our booking partner lists 48 places to stay in Xining, 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.