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Kunming - Dali High Speed Train

Right now, over 70 pairs of high speed trains are operated between Kunming and Dali on a daily basis. With a running distance of 328 km (204 mi), bullet trains need about 2 - 3 hours to complete a single ride. A second class seat costs CNY 155.5 (USD 22).

Kunming - Dali High Speed Train

Basic Facts:

Open date: July 1, 2018

Duration: about 2 - 3 hours

Distance: 328 km (204 mi)

Top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph)

Operated at: Kunming/ Kunming South, Dali

Kunming to Dali High Speed Train Schedule

(Last Update on Aug 24, 2023)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
D8657	07:06 - 09:34	2h28m
D8664	07:43 - 09:58	2h15m
D8714	16:00 - 18:05	2h5m
D3960	17:10 - 19:21	2h11m
D8742	21:40 - 23:45	2h5m

Nearly 75 departures in total: departure time from 06:49 to 21:40; duration from 1H58M to 2H51M.
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Dali to Kunming Bullet Train Timetable

(Last Update on Aug 24, 2023)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G2846	07:03 - 09:25	2h22m
D3844	10:15 - 12:32	2h17m
D8670	14:01 - 16:12	2h11m
G2842	15:54 - 17:59	2h5m
D8708	18:28 - 20:34	2h6m

About 75 departures in total: departure time from 07:03 to 21:13; duration from 1H59M to 2H41M.

Note: The above timetable is only for reference. Please search for the real-time schedule via the search box on the page top.

Kunming - Dali High Speed Train Ticket Fare

(Last Update on Aug 24, 2023)

First Class Seat	Second Class Seat
CNY 247.5 / USD 34	CNY 155.5 / USD 22

Kunming - Dali High Speed Train Running Route

This high speed railway is officially known as the Kunming - Chuxiong- Dali Intercity Railway. Several railway stations with the characteristics of minorities are set up along the line, including Lufeng South, Guangtong North, Chuxiong, Nanhua, Yunnanyi and Xiangyun. In the beginning of their running, bullet trains are planned to shuttle with an average interval of about 25 minutes. With its operation, the total duration between these two cities has been shortened from the previous 5.5 hours around to the current 2 hours.

How to Get to Dali Ancient City from Dali Railway Station

Dali Railway Station is located at the south part of the Ancient City. There is bus No. 8 connecting these two places directly. The duration is about 1.5 hours. If by taxi, about 40 minutes are needed.

Other Transportation Option: Kunming - Dali Coach

If time is permitted, passengers can also take coaches to shuttle between the two cities. Nowadays there are over 50 pairs of coaches running between these two cities with an interval of about 30 minutes. The prices range from around CNY 115 to CNY 180 (USD 21 - 25). The total duration of the journey is about 4 - 5 hours.

Tips:

1. Kunming and Dali are two hot tourist cities with their beautiful natural scenery and unique cultural customs. No matter which transportation means is chosen at last, passengers are recommended to take a seat next to the window so as to enjoy the beauty along the line.

2. Kunming - Dali - Lijiang is a popular travelling route. Before the operation of Kunming – Dali High Speed Railway, only normal trains run among these places. Nowadays, passengers can choose to take a 2-hour bullet train between Kunming and Dali and another 2-hour normal train between Dali and Lijiang. By doing so, around 4 hours can be saved for the Kunming - Lijiang journey onboard.

Further Reading: Dali to Kunming Bullet Train, How to Travel between Kunming and Dali

Major Rail Lines from Kunming to:

Major Rail Lines from Dali to:

Lijiang

- Last updated on Apr. 21, 2024 by Kate Liu -

Questions & Answers on Kunming - Dali High Speed Train

Asked by Loong from MALAYSIA | Apr. 19, 2024 19:43

Transport from Dali railway station to Shaxi old town

what are the mode of transport availble from Dali Railway station to Shaxi old town at around 10am on Tuesday 18 June 2024?
How long is the journay and whta are the costs of such mode of transport?

thank you.

Answers (1)

Answered by Rita | Apr. 21, 2024 20:55

The direct buses from Dali Bus Station (opposite Dali Railway Station) to Shaxi are available, departing at 10:00, 15:00, 16:30 and the ticket fare is CNY 42 / 55. It takes about 2.5h.

Asked by Loong from MALAYSIA | Apr. 15, 2024 22:17

high speed train from kunming airport to dali

I arive at Kunming International Airport at about 02am on 18 June 2024 and wish to travel to Dali railway station by high speed rail after airport touchdown.
Please advise;
1. which Kunming railway station to choose
2. how to get to the train station (in 1 above) from airport after touch down
3. If by taxi from airport to train station, how much would be the fare conisdring it is in the wee hours of the morning?
4. best train departure time to suit the logistic and transit time from airport
Thank you.

Answers (1)

Answered by Lori | Apr. 16, 2024 20:14

1. Kunming Railway Station is closer.
2&3. You have to take a taxi there, taking about CNY 100-150 considering it's in wee hours.
4. The earliest departure is at 07:18. So you have to wait at the station for some while.

Asked by Jiming from MALAYSIA | Mar. 12, 2024 19:52

Kunming Railway station

Where is Kunming Railway Station located & also its refer as Kunming Nanyao Railway Station.

Answers (1)

Answered by Rita | Mar. 21, 2024 00:58

Kunming Nanyao Railway Station is Kunming Railway Station, located at No.1, Beijing Road, Guandu District. Actually, its name works better than its address when you are finding the way there.

Asked by JiMing from MALAYSIA | Mar. 06, 2024 02:00

HSR Tickets

Pls advice how many days that will be China public holidays for the month of May 2024.

Answers (1)

Answered by Frank | Mar. 06, 2024 19:45

There are 5 days from May 1-5.

Asked by Leong from MALAYSIA | Jun. 25, 2023 05:50

Kunming airport to Dali railway station by high-speed train

I need to travel from Kunming international airport to Dali railway station by high speed rail, arriving June 27, 5 pm at airport touchdown.
Please advise;
1. is it easier take metro to Kunming railway station and how much
2. best train departure time to suit the logistic and transit time from airport
3. which Kunming railway station to choose
Thank you.

Answers (1)

Answered by Maria | Jun. 25, 2023 19:55

1. Metro is available but you need to transfer. You can take Metro Line 6 to Tangzixiang and transfer to Metro Line 2 to take 1 station to South Ring Road Station, and then transfer to Metro Line 1 to take 1 station to reach the railway station. It takes about 40 minutes and costs CNY6 per person.

2. G2848 depart at 18:42 and G2844 at 19:19 are recommended. They both depart from Kunming Railway Station.

3. Kunming Railway Station is more suitable for you at that time.