Kunming - Lijiang Train
20 pairs of high speed trains are operated between Lijiang Railway Station and Kunming Railway Station / Kunming South Railway Station. It takes around 3 - 4 hours to finish the journey and the ticket fare is CNY 192 - 230.5 for a second class seat.
Besides, one pair of normal speed train running between Lijiang and Kunming. The distance is about 517 kilometers (321 miles), requiring 9.5 hours for a one-way trip. A hard sleeper costs CNY 186.5.
Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph)
Duration: 3 - 4 hours
(Last Update on Jun 22, 2021)
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Note: The above timetable is for reference only. Please use our tool on top of this page to search for the real-time schedule.
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Distance: 517 kilometers (321 miles)
Top speed: 120 km/h (75 mph)
Duration: 5.5 - 7.5 hours
(Last Update on Jun 22, 2021)
See more Kunming Schedule
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See more Lijiang Schedule
Notes:
1. "+" indicates the second day.
2. The above timetable is for reference only. Please use our tool on top of this page to search for the real-time schedule.
(Last Update on Jun 22, 2021)
Stations along the way: Heqing
Dali, another major tourist destination in Yunnan, is an intermediate stop along the way. Passengers can cut the trip into two legs and have a layover in Dali. It only takes about two hours to travel between Dali and Lijiang. See Kunming - Dali schedule.
This Kunming-Lijiang overnight train departs at night and arrives in the next early morning, which is an ideal choice for budget travelers. They can purchase a hard sleeper ticket and have a sleep onboard. In this way, they can save the hotel expense and spare more daytime for travelling.
Kunming Railway Station:
By Subway: Line 1
By Bus: 2, 23, 24, 25, 32, 44, 51, 59, 80, 83, 86, 154, 260, C71, Z30
Lijiang Railway Station:
By Bus: 4, 16, 18, 26
If you do not like rail ride, flight is available between Kunming and Lijiang and it only takes around 1 hour, to 1h 10m at most. But the ticket price is much higher.
Long-distance buses are also running among the two cities. However, it is not advised to take because the duration is no less than rail ride, the ticket price is close to a soft sleeper in a rail carriage although it is not as comfortable and spacious as a soft sleeper, and it is not that safe as a rail ride.
Kunming, Dali, and Lijiang are regarded as the three most famous attraction sites in Yunnan Province. Once going to Yunnan, tourists wouldn't like to miss any one of them. But how can one travel to the three places without wasting a lot of time and costing too much? The recommended route is like below:
As Kunming is the capital city with more train and flight arrivals, you can get there first. After touring around, take an overnight train to Dali where you can travel around for 2 to 3 days. Later, continue the rail ride to Lijiang to experience the leisurely life in the old town. Both of the two rail rides are not too long and you can buy a hard seat to save money. Of course, if you want to travel more comfortably, sleepers will be better choices.
For return trip, there is no need to make a stop in Dali, hence the rail ride will be somehow longer and it is recommended to get you a sleeper. If you feel exhausted, you can fly to Kunming and then leave Yunnan. Or if there is a flight to your next destination from Lijiang, you can depart there.
Major Attractions:
In Kunming: Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake
In Dali: Dali Ancient City, Erhai Lake, Mt. Cangshan, Three Pagodas
In Lijiang: Lijiang Old Town, Lugu Lake, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Shuhe Ancient Town
Further Reading: How to Travel between Kunming and Lijiang
Major Rail Lines from Kunming to:
Major Rail Line from Lijiang to:
See also: 8 Most Scenic Train Rides in China
Besides, one pair of normal speed train running between Lijiang and Kunming. The distance is about 517 kilometers (321 miles), requiring 9.5 hours for a one-way trip. A hard sleeper costs CNY 186.5.
Kunming - Lijiang High Speed Train
Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph) Duration: 3 - 4 hoursKunming to Lijiang High Speed Train Schedule
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| D8763 | 06:52 - 10:43 | 3h51m |
| D8762 | 07:14 - 10:43 | 3h29m |
| D8773 | 08:25 - 11:45 | 3h20m |
| D8772 | 08:47 - 11:45 | 2h58m |
| D8777 | 09:53 - 13:49 | 3h56m |
| D8776 | 10:20 - 13:49 | 3h29m |
| D8797 | 10:56 - 14:33 | 3h37m |
| D8796 | 11:18 - 14:33 | 3h15m |
| D8781 | 12:04 - 16:03 | 3h59m |
| D8780 | 12:26 - 16:03 | 3h37m |
| D3941 | 14:21 - 18:10 | 3h49m |
| D3940 | 14:43 - 18:10 | 3h27m |
| D8789 | 17:00 - 20:45 | 3h45m |
| D8788 | 17:22 - 20:45 | 3h23m |
| D8793 | 19:01 - 22:21 | 3h20m |
| D8792 | 19:23 - 22:21 | 2h58m |
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| D8774 | 08:23 - 11:21 | 2h58m |
| D8774 | 08:23 - 11:43 | 3h20m |
| D3942 | 09:25 - 12:57 | 3h32m |
| D3942 | 09:25 - 13:21 | 3h56m |
| D8782 | 13:00 - 15:58 | 2h58m |
| D8782 | 13:00 - 16:22 | 3h22m |
| D8786 | 14:36 - 18:02 | 3h26m |
| D8786 | 14:36 - 18:25 | 3h49m |
| D8798 | 15:03 - 18:33 | 3h30m |
| D8798 | 15:03 - 18:55 | 3h52m |
| D8790 | 16:42 - 19:58 | 3h16m |
| D8790 | 16:42 - 20:21 | 3h39m |
| D8768 | 19:05 - 22:18 | 3h13m |
| D8768 | 19:05 - 22:40 | 3h35m |
Ticket Fare of Kunming - Lijiang High Speed Train
| First Class Seat | Second Class Seat |
|---|---|
| CNY 307 - 367.5 USD 48 - 57 | CNY 192 - 230.5 USD 30 - 36 |
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Distance: 517 kilometers (321 miles) Top speed: 120 km/h (75 mph) Duration: 5.5 - 7.5 hoursKunming to Lijiang Train Schedule
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| K9632 | 20:45 - 06:10+ | 9h25m |
Lijiang to Kunming Train Timetable
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| K9634 | 21:30 - 06:23+ | 8h53m |
Notes:
1. "+" indicates the second day.
2. The above timetable is for reference only. Please use our tool on top of this page to search for the real-time schedule.
Ticket Fare of Kunming - Lijiang Train
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| CNY 226 USD 35 | CNY 152 USD 24 | -- -- |
Dali, another major tourist destination in Yunnan, is an intermediate stop along the way. Passengers can cut the trip into two legs and have a layover in Dali. It only takes about two hours to travel between Dali and Lijiang. See Kunming - Dali schedule.
This Kunming-Lijiang overnight train departs at night and arrives in the next early morning, which is an ideal choice for budget travelers. They can purchase a hard sleeper ticket and have a sleep onboard. In this way, they can save the hotel expense and spare more daytime for travelling.
Transportation to/ from the Railway Stations
Kunming Railway Station:By Subway: Line 1
By Bus: 2, 23, 24, 25, 32, 44, 51, 59, 80, 83, 86, 154, 260, C71, Z30
Lijiang Railway Station:By Bus: 4, 16, 18, 26
Other Transportation Options: Flight & Long-distance Bus
Long-distance buses are also running among the two cities. However, it is not advised to take because the duration is no less than rail ride, the ticket price is close to a soft sleeper in a rail carriage although it is not as comfortable and spacious as a soft sleeper, and it is not that safe as a rail ride.
Recommended Travel Route
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| Boarding Gate for K9619 at Dali Station |
As Kunming is the capital city with more train and flight arrivals, you can get there first. After touring around, take an overnight train to Dali where you can travel around for 2 to 3 days. Later, continue the rail ride to Lijiang to experience the leisurely life in the old town. Both of the two rail rides are not too long and you can buy a hard seat to save money. Of course, if you want to travel more comfortably, sleepers will be better choices.
For return trip, there is no need to make a stop in Dali, hence the rail ride will be somehow longer and it is recommended to get you a sleeper. If you feel exhausted, you can fly to Kunming and then leave Yunnan. Or if there is a flight to your next destination from Lijiang, you can depart there.
Major Attractions: In Kunming: Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake In Dali: Dali Ancient City, Erhai Lake, Mt. Cangshan, Three Pagodas In Lijiang: Lijiang Old Town, Lugu Lake, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Shuhe Ancient Town Further Reading: How to Travel between Kunming and LijiangMajor Rail Lines from Kunming to:Major Rail Line from Lijiang to: See also: 8 Most Scenic Train Rides in China
- Last modified on May. 17, 2021 -
Once tickets are booked well, the departure station cannot be changed. However, you can board from the main station instead of South Station as long as the train booked will also stop at main station. Please double check it.
However, we are sorry that there is no confirmed information about the open date posted by China Railway, so we are not clear about it. There maybe some update around July 9 or 10. You may check it again later. If there is any update, we will add them on our website too. Thank you.
If my flight reached are 5pm at kunming airport will i able to take the train which D8790 -1817 at railway station ...i m looking for 25 May tickect and when will it be realease out to purchase ?