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

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Pakse is to bus and night bus which costs $65 - $140 and takes 33h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Pakse is to fly which takes 7h 17m and costs $190 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Kunming and Pakse?

No, there is no direct bus from Kunming to Pakse. However, there are services departing from Kunming South and arriving at Pakse via Vientiane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 22m.

How far is it from Kunming to Pakse?

The distance between Kunming and Pakse is 1176 km. The road distance is 1561.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kunming to Pakse without a car is to train and bus which takes 22h 58m and costs $100 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Kunming to Pakse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Pakse bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Kunming to Pakse?

The best way to get from Kunming to Pakse is to fly which takes 7h 17m and costs $190 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 27h 31m.

Where does the Kunming to Pakse bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kunming and Pakse?

Pakse is 1h behind Kunming. It is currently 8:26 AM in Kunming and 7:26 AM in Pakse.

Can I drive from Kunming to Pakse?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Pakse is 1561 km. It takes approximately 20h 3m to drive from Kunming to Pakse.

Where can I stay near Pakse?

There are 41+ hotels available in Pakse.

Kunming to Pakse - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kunming to Pakse by plane, train, bus, night bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Pakse International Airport (PKZ)plane KMG - PKZ
7h 17m
$193–603
Bus, night bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
2. Take the nightbus from Vientiane to Paksenightbus
33h 22m
$67–136
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Southern Bus Station Vientiane to Paksebus
22h 58m
$101–210
Drive 1,561.5 km
1. Drive from Kunming to Paksecar 1,561.5 km
20h 3m
$280–404
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
2. Take the bus from Southern Bus Station Vientiane to Paksebus
27h 31m
$73–154

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Pakse International Airport (PKZ) flights

17Weekly Planes

5h 33mAverage Duration

$192Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,175.9 km
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Kunming, China and Pakse, Laos?

Lao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Pakse International Airport (PKZ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a subway from South Ring Road to Pakse via South Bus Station, Kunming South, Laos Vientiane, and Southern Bus Station Vientiane in around 27h 31m.

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