Lao Cai to Kunming Trip Overview

Kunming to Lao Cai
Price range
US$13-US$30
Ride Duration Range
3h 30m-6h 7m
Earliest Departure
01:15
Latest Departure
11:30
Most Popular Operator

China Railway

Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.

Travel Schedule Options from Lao Cai to Kunming

by train

Cheapest

Standing Class Train

by China Railway

08:35

5h 16m

14:51

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

from

US$13

Fastest

Second Class Seat Train

by China Railway

13:28

3h 30m

17:58

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

from

US$19

Hard Seat Class Train

by China Railway

08:35

5h 16m

14:51

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

from

US$13

Standing Class Train

by China Railway

13:28

3h 30m

17:58

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

from

US$19

First Class Train

by China Railway

13:28

3h 30m

17:58

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

from

US$29

Cheapest

Standing Class Train

by China Railway

from

US$13

08:35

5h 16m

14:51

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

Fastest

Second Class Seat Train

by China Railway

from

US$19

13:28

3h 30m

17:58

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

Hard Seat Class Train

by China Railway

from

US$13

08:35

5h 16m

14:51

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

Standing Class Train

by China Railway

from

US$19

13:28

3h 30m

17:58

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

First Class Train

by China Railway

from

US$29

13:28

3h 30m

17:58

Lao Cai, Vietnam

Kunming, China

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About the ride from Lao Cai to Kunming

Lao Cai to Kunming Route Information

The only way to get from Lao Cai to Kunming is by Train

The earliest departure leaves at 01:15 and has a duration of 4 hours 26 minutes.

The fastest way to travel is by train, which takes approximately 3 hours 30 minutes.

Lao Cai to Kunming by train

  • Starting Price: US$13
  • 26 departures a day, or 182 departures a week

There are 7 travel classes for this journey, including: First Class, Second Class Seat, Standing Class, Hard Seat Class, Soft Sleeper, Soft Seat and First Class Reserved Seats.

Each train ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all train options.

Companies Operating from Lao Cai to Kunming

China Railway

Average time

3h 30m - 6h 7m

Average price

US$13 - US$19

Questions & Answers for Traveling from Lao Cai to Kunming

What is the most popular transportation service from Lao Cai to Kunming?

The most popular transportation service from Lao Cai to Kunming is Train by China Railway

What is the fastest transportation service from Lao Cai to Kunming?

Train by China Railway is the fastest transportation from Lao Cai to Kunming, completing the journey in 3h 30m.

What is the cheapest transport option from Lao Cai and Kunming?

For budget-conscious travelers, Train by China Railway is the most affordable option from Lao Cai to Kunming, costing around US$13.

Who are the service providers on this route?

The main service provider operating between Lao Cai and Kunming is

TRAIN:  China Railway

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