What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur is to train which costs RM 360 - RM 1100 and takes 2 days 0h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur is to fly and train which takes 8h 38m and costs RM 420 - RM 850.

Is there a direct bus between Kunming and Kuala Lumpur?

No, there is no direct bus from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur. However, there are services departing from Kunming South and arriving at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan via Vientiane Any Hotels, Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal, Hat Yai and Danok. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

Is there a direct train between Kunming and Kuala Lumpur?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming station to Kuala Lumpur. However, there are services departing from Kunming Station and arriving at Kuala Lumpur via Kunming South, Khamsavath Station, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, Hat Yai and Padang Besar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur?

The distance between Kunming and Kuala Lumpur is 2572 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur without a car is to train which takes 2 days 0h and costs RM 360 - RM 1100.

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur?

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Kuala Lumpur bus from?

Kunming to Kuala Lumpur bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Kunming South station.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Kuala Lumpur train from?

Kunming to Kuala Lumpur train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, depart from Kunming South station.

Train or bus from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur?

The best way to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur is to train which takes 2 days 0h and costs RM 360 - RM 1100. Alternatively, you can bus and Minivan, which costs RM 600 - RM 1000 and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the Kunming to Kuala Lumpur bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kunming to Kuala Lumpur train arrive?

Kunming to Kuala Lumpur train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Vientiane station.

Where can I stay near Kuala Lumpur?

There are 8191+ hotels available in Kuala Lumpur.

Kunming to Kuala Lumpur - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and Minivan

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There are 6 ways to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur by plane, train, or bus

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Fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane KMG - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T2 to Bandar Tasik Selatantrain
8h 38m
RM 426–825
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
2. Take the train from Khamsavath Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
3. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat Yaitrain
4. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
5. Take the train from Padang Besar to Kuala Lumpurtrain Ets
2d
RM 361–1,035
Bus, Minivan
1. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
2. Take the bus from Vientiane Any Hotels to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Songkhlabus
4. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Danokbus
5. Take the bus from Danok to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2d 6h
RM 613–959
Fly to Malacca International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Malacca International Airport (MKZ)plane KMG - MKZ
2. Take the bus from Melaka Sentral to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
10h 57m
RM 679–2,242
Fly to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)plane KMG - KUA
2. Take the bus from Terminal Sentral Kuantan to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
15h 23m
RM 772–2,507
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
2. Take the bus from Morning Market, Vientiane to Mochit New Van Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Sungai Kolokbus
4. Take the bus from Rantau Panjang to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2d 21h
RM 528–2,114

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) flights

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4h 41mAverage Duration

RM 410Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,571.6 km
Duration: 8h 38m

What companies run services between Kunming, China and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia?

You can take a train from Kunming Station to Kuala Lumpur via Kunming South, Vientiane station, Khamsavath Station, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, Hat Yai, and Padang Besar in around 2d. Alternatively, you can take a subway from South Ring Road to Terminal Bersepadu Selatan via South Bus Station, Kunming South, Laos Vientiane, Vientiane Any Hotels, Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal, Songkhla, Hat Yai, and Danok in around 2d 6h.

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