What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Dunhuang?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Dunhuang is to bus and train which costs ¥500 - ¥1100 and takes 36h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Dunhuang?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs ¥1000 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct train between Kunming and Dunhuang?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming to Dunhuang station. However, there are services departing from Kunming and arriving at Dunhuang Station via Xi'an North and Lanzhou West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 27m.

How far is it from Kunming to Dunhuang?

The distance between Kunming and Dunhuang is 1869 km. The road distance is 2545.5 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Dunhuang without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Dunhuang without a car is to train via Lanzhou which takes 29h 27m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Dunhuang?

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Kunming to Dunhuang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Dunhuang train from?

Kunming to Dunhuang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Kunming station.

Train or fly from Kunming to Dunhuang?

The best way to get from Kunming to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs ¥1000 - ¥4800. Alternatively, you can train via Lanzhou, which costs ¥1000 - ¥1600 and takes 29h 27m.

Where does the Kunming to Dunhuang train arrive?

Kunming to Dunhuang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Xi'an North Station.

Can I drive from Kunming to Dunhuang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Dunhuang is 2546 km. It takes approximately 27h 56m to drive from Kunming to Dunhuang.

Where can I stay near Dunhuang?

There are 20+ hotels available in Dunhuang.

Kunming to Dunhuang - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kunming to Dunhuang by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane KMG - DNH
7h 27m
¥1,009–4,713
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kunming East to Chengdu Eastbus
2. Take the train from Chengdu East Station to Guangyuantrain
3. Take the train from Guangyuan to Jiuquantrain
4. Take the bus from Jiuquan to Dunhuangbus
36h 56m
¥543–1,010
Train via Lanzhou
1. Take the train from Kunming to Xi'an North Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Xi'an North to Lanzhou West Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Lanzhou West Station to Dunhuang Stationtrain
29h 27m
¥1,093–1,564
Drive 2,545.5 km
1. Drive from Kunming to Dunhuangcar 2,545.5 km
27h 56m
¥2,165–3,126
Train to Dali Huangcaoba, fly
1. Take the train from Kunming to Dalitrain
2. Fly from Dali Huangcaoba (DLU) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane DLU - DNH
8h 12m
¥2,535–6,251
Train
1. Take the train from Kunming to Mianyangtrain
2. Take the train from Mianyang to Jiayuguantrain
3. Take the train from Jiayuguan to Dunhuangtrain
35h 2m
¥730–1,037

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Dunhuang (DNH) flights

48Weekly Planes

7h 5mAverage Duration

¥1,088Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,868.7 km
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Kunming, China and Dunhuang, China?

Sichuan Airlines, Ruili Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Dunhuang (DNH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kunming to Dunhuang Bus Station via Xi'an North, Lanzhou West Station, Dunhuang Station, and Dunhuang train station in around 29h 27m.

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