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 340 - RM 850 and takes 2 days 3h.

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 32m and costs RM 360 - RM 900.

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 and Rantau Panjang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

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, Bang Bamru 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 via Bangkok which takes 2 days 0h and costs RM 350 - RM 1000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m 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, bus or fly from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur?

The best way to get from Kunming to Kuala Lumpur is to train via Bangkok which takes 2 days 0h and costs RM 350 - RM 1000. Alternatively, you can bus via Su-ngai Kolok, which costs RM 500 - RM 1900 and takes 2 days 8h, you could also fly, which costs RM 550 - RM 2000 and takes 11h 33m.

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 8247+ hotels available in Kuala Lumpur.

Kunming to Kuala Lumpur - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 7 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 32m
RM 366–875
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 134
3. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besar Malaysiatrain 45
4. Take the train from Padang Besar to Kuala Lumpurtrain Ets
2d 3h
RM 345–851
Train via Bangkok
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
2. Take the train from Khamsavath station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain 134
3. Take the train from Bang Bamru to Padang Besar Malaysiatrain 45
4. Take the train from Padang Besar to Kuala Lumpurtrain Ets
2d
RM 359–985
Bus via Su-ngai Kolok
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 Sungai Kolokbus
4. Take the bus from Rantau Panjang to Terminal Bersepadu Selatanbus
2d 8h
RM 513–1,864
Fly to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)plane KMG - SZB
11h 33m
RM 555–1,912
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
11h 12m
RM 675–2,237
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 Mochit Terminal to Komtarbus
4. Take the bus from Penang Komtar to Hentian Dutabus
2d 13h
RM 638–924

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

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,571.6 km
Duration: 8h 32m

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, Bang Bamru, 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, Sungai Kolok, and Rantau Panjang in around 2d 8h.

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