What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Chiang Mai?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Chiang Mai is to bus which costs ฿2400 - ฿4100 and takes 34h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Chiang Mai?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs ฿4900 - ฿12000.

Is there a direct bus between Kunming and Chiang Mai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kunming to Chiang Mai. However, there are services departing from Kunming South and arriving at Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal via Central Bus Station Vientiane and Nong Khai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 52m.

How far is it from Kunming to Chiang Mai?

The distance between Kunming and Chiang Mai is 840 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Chiang Mai without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Chiang Mai without a car is to train and bus via Nong Khai which takes 25h 36m and costs ฿4000 - ฿7000.

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Chiang Mai?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Kunming to Chiang Mai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Chiang Mai bus from?

Kunming to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Kunming South station.

Bus or fly from Kunming to Chiang Mai?

The best way to get from Kunming to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs ฿4900 - ฿12000. Alternatively, you can bus via Nong Khai, which costs ฿3000 - ฿5000 and takes 29h 52m.

Where does the Kunming to Chiang Mai bus arrive?

Kunming to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Laos Vientiane station.

What is the time difference between Kunming and Chiang Mai?

Chiang Mai is 1h behind Kunming. It is currently 2:54 AM in Kunming and 1:54 AM in Chiang Mai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Mai?

There are 3412+ hotels available in Chiang Mai.

Kunming to Chiang Mai - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Kunming to Chiang Mai by plane, train, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane KMG - CNX
4h 49m
฿4,943–11,062
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
2. Take the bus from Morning market Talat Sao to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3bus Morning market Talat Sao - Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
34h 22m
฿2,468–4,077
Train, bus via Nong Khai
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Nong Khai to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
25h 36m
฿4,010–6,844
Bus via Nong Khai
1. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
2. Take the bus from Nong Khai to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
29h 52m
฿3,072–4,981
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Luang Prabang stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Sokprasert Bus Terminal to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3bus Sokprasert Bus Terminal - Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
35h 45m
฿4,185–7,116

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) flights

25Weekly Planes

1h 58mAverage Duration

฿2,365Cheapest Price

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Distance: 839.7 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Kunming, China and Chiang Mai, Thailand?

China Eastern Airlines and Ruili Airlines fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a subway from South Ring Road to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal via South Bus Station, Kunming South, Laos Vientiane, Central Bus Station Vientiane, and Nong Khai in around 29h 52m.

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