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.
Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph)
Duration: 3 - 4 hours
(Last Update on Dec 1, 2023)
(Last Update on Dec 1, 2023)
Note: 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 Dec 1, 2023)
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.
As the most-go tourist cities in Yunnan, Kunming and Dali are connected by bullet train routes which only takes 2.5 hours. After touring around Kunming and before going to Lijiang, tourists can choose to head to Dali first by train, then extend the trip to Lijiang.(Last Update on Dec 1, 2023)
(Last Update on Dec 1, 2023)
Note: 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 Dec 1, 2023)
Lijiang - Shangri-La bullet train route was opened in November, 2023, which enables tourists tour in Kunming, Lijiang and Shangri-la with spectacular landscape along the railway easily.(Last Update on Dec 1, 2023)
(Last Update on Dec 1, 2023)
Note: 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 Dec 1, 2023)
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
Kunming - Lijiang High Speed Train
Duration: 3 - 4 hours
Kunming to Lijiang High Speed Train Schedule
Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
---|---|---|
D8793 | 06:51 - 10:33 | 3h42m |
D8792 | 07:13 - 10:33 | 3h20m |
D8797 | 11:55 - 15:54 | 3h59m |
D8796 | 12:17 - 15:54 | 3h37m |
D3941 | 14:29 - 18:15 | 3h46m |
D3940 | 14:51 - 18:15 | 3h24m |
(Last Update on Dec 1, 2023)
Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
---|---|---|
D3942 | 11:05 - 14:31 | 3h26m |
D8794 | 16:17 - 19:50 | 3h33m |
D8798 | 18:48 - 22:15 | 3h27m |
Ticket Fare of Kunming - Lijiang High Speed Train
First Class Seat | Second Class Seat |
---|---|
CNY 332 - 367.5 USD 47 - 52 | CNY 208 - 230.5 USD 30 - 33 |
Kunming Station |
Transportation to/ from the Railway Stations
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 Kunming - Dali - Lijiang Railway Trip
As the most-go tourist cities in Yunnan, Kunming and Dali are connected by bullet train routes which only takes 2.5 hours. After touring around Kunming and before going to Lijiang, tourists can choose to head to Dali first by train, then extend the trip to Lijiang.
Kunming to Dali High Speed Train Schedule
Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
---|---|---|
D8710 | 08:05 - 10:19 | 2h14m |
D8677 | 09:10 - 11:39 | 2h29m |
D8680 | 11:09 - 13:26 | 2h17m |
D8759 | 14:06 - 16:42 | 2h36m |
D3814 | 17:02 - 19:12 | 2h10m |
G2848 | 18:31 - 20:36 | 2h5m |
Dali to Kunming Bullet Train Timetable
Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
---|---|---|
G2846 | 07:03 - 09:25 | 2h22m |
D3844 | 10:15 - 12:32 | 2h17m |
D3856 | 11:42 - 14:04 | 2h22m |
D8678 | 12:20 - 14:24 | 2h4m |
D8108 | 14:37 - 16:55 | 2h18m |
D8744 | 17:10 - 19:16 | 2h6m |
Ticket Fare of Kunming - Dali High Speed Train
First Class Seat | Second Class Seat |
---|---|
CNY 173 - 247.5 USD 25 - 35 | CNY 109 - 155.5 USD 15 - 22 |
Extended Kunming - Shangri-La Bullet Train
Kunming to Shangri-La High Speed Train Schedule
Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
---|---|---|
C118 | 07:56 - 13:15 | 5h19m |
C638 | 10:18 - 14:48 | 4h30m |
C122 | 11:42 - 16:54 | 5h12m |
Shangri-La to Kunming Bullet Train Timetable
Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
---|---|---|
C120 | 10:30 - 16:05 | 5h35m |
C640 | 17:12 - 21:42 | 4h30m |
C124 | 17:50 - 22:57 | 5h7m |
Ticket Fare of Kunming - Shangri-La High Speed Train
First Class Seat | Second Class Seat |
---|---|
CNY 367 - 390 USD 52 - 55 | CNY 230 - 245 USD 33 - 35 |
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
- Last updated on Apr. 23, 2024 by Gabby Li -
Questions & Answers on Kunming - Lijiang Train
Asked by Jiming from MALAYSIA | Apr. 25, 2024 19:35Reply
China T-Union Metro card
We understand this metro card China T-Union can be used in many cities in China, so can it be used in Kunming. If yes, where to buy it. Regard this card YikaTong, where can it be used in China besides Kunming.
Answers (1)
Answered by Rita | Apr. 27, 2024 18:59
00Reply
The transportation card with China T-Union in Kunming is called Zhihuitong (智慧通), and you can get one at the service center of Kungming metro stations. But I'm not sure whether you can get one with your passport.
Asked by jiming from MALAYSIA | Apr. 23, 2024 18:49Reply
Kunming Metro card
What's metro card used in Kunming & where to buy it.
Answers (1)
Answered by Keith | Apr. 24, 2024 02:07
00Reply
It's called Yikatong (一卡通) and you can buy one at the service center of any metro station.
Asked by Jiming from MALAYSIA | Apr. 23, 2024 01:11Reply
Lijiang Ancient Old town
From Lijiang Railway station, you need to take the Lijiang Ancient Town Direct Bus to Nanmen Street, then walk northward for 1km to Wuyi Rd. What's bus no. should we take & how to get to this hotel - Jianshe Inn, Wuyi Road because we check Google Maps & Bing Maps as both cannot show us.
Answers (1)
Answered by Joshua | Apr. 23, 2024 20:43
00Reply
The Chinese name of the direct bus is "丽江古城直通车" and you can find it at the exit of the railway station. Upon arrival at Nanmen Street, you need to walk for 1km to the hotel, or find a local tricycle to get to the hotel at a certain cost.
Asked by KM Ong from MALAYSIA | Apr. 21, 2024 02:26Reply
Guandu Ancient Town Kunming
What's subway line should we take to get to Guandu Ancient Old Town & the exit.
Answers (1)
Answered by Randy | Apr. 22, 2024 02:51
00Reply
The nearest metro station is Xingyao Road of metro line 1. From the Exit B2 of the station, walk southward and turn left to take bus no. 261 to 新宝象河桥站, then walk to the north to the ancient town.
Asked by KM Ong from MALAYSIA | Apr. 15, 2024 01:28Reply
Lijiang HSR
Its 07/05/2024 in Lijiang still consider high season or normal for booking HSR tickets thru the counter.
Answers (1)
Answered by Rita | Apr. 15, 2024 03:02
00Reply
No. It's the normal season. This year, the May Day holiday is from May 1st to 5th.