What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Hạ Long?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Hạ Long is to train and drive and bus which costs $28 - $45 and takes 16h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Hạ Long?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Hạ Long is to fly and taxi which takes 7h 53m and costs $120 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Kunming and Hạ Long?

No, there is no direct bus from Kunming to Hạ Long. However, there are services departing from Kunming East and arriving at Ha Long Bay via Nanning Tourism Distribution Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 25m.

How far is it from Kunming to Hạ Long?

The distance between Kunming and Hạ Long is 682 km. The road distance is 813.5 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Hạ Long without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Hạ Long without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 14m and costs $65 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Hạ Long?

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Kunming to Hạ Long, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Hạ Long bus from?

Kunming to Hạ Long bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Kunming East station.

Where does the Kunming to Hạ Long bus arrive?

Kunming to Hạ Long bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Nanning station.

What is the time difference between Kunming and Hạ Long?

Hạ Long is 1h behind Kunming. It is currently 9:22 PM in Kunming and 8:22 PM in Hạ Long.

Can I drive from Kunming to Hạ Long?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Hạ Long is 813 km. It takes approximately 9h 39m to drive from Kunming to Hạ Long.

Where can I stay near Hạ Long?

There are 1142+ hotels available in Hạ Long.

Kunming to Hạ Long - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kunming to Hạ Long by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Cat Bi International Airport (HPH)plane KMG - HPH
2. Take the taxi from Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) to Hạ Longtaxi
7h 53m
$122–542
Train, drive, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kunming Station to Hekou Northtrain
2. Drive from Hekou North to SaPa Phuc Xuyen Bus Officecar
3. Take the bus from SaPa Phuc Xuyen Bus Office to Ha Long Bai Chaybus
16h 8m
$28–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Nanningtrain Kunming South / ...
2. Take the bus from Nanning Tourism Distribution Centre to Ha Long Baybus
14h 14m
$69–124
Drive 813.5 km
1. Drive from Kunming to Hạ Longcar 813.5 km
9h 39m
$105–152
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kunming East to Nanningbus
2. Take the bus from Nanning Tourism Distribution Centre to Ha Long Baybus
21h 25m
$66–94

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) flights

15Weekly Planes

5h 51mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 681.9 km
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Kunming, China and Hạ Long, Vietnam?

You can take a subway from Donfeng Square to Hạ Long via East Bus Station, Kunming East, Nanning, Baicangling, Nanning station, Nanning Tourism Distribution Centre, and Ha Long Bay in around 21h 25m.

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