The average train between Kunming and Zhangjiajie takes 12h 4m and the fastest train takes 7h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Kunming to Zhangjiajie. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Kunming and Zhangjiajie. The earliest departure is at 9:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kunming is at 6:10 PM which arrives into Zhangjiajie at 1:42 PM. All services require a transfer at Guiyang North and take an average of 12h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kunming to Zhangjiajie? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kunming to Zhangjiajie. However, there are services departing from Kunming station and arriving at Zhangjiajie station via Guiyang North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 4m.
Kunming to Zhangjiajie train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Kunming station.
Kunming to Zhangjiajie train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Zhangjiajie West Station.
The distance between Kunming and Zhangjiajie is 892.4 km. The road distance is 1,096 km.
You can take a train from Kunming to Zhangjiajie West Station via Guiyang North, Huaihua South, and Huaihua South Station in around 7h 2m.