What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Pu'er?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Pu'er is to bus which costs ¥150 - ¥230 and takes 7h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Pu'er?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Pu'er is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs ¥350 - ¥550.

Is there a direct bus between Kunming and Pu'er?

No, there is no direct bus from Kunming to Pu'er. However, there are services departing from Kunming South and arriving at Puer via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Kunming to Pu'er?

The distance between Kunming and Pu'er is 599 km. The road distance is 412.4 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Pu'er without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Pu'er without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 56m and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Pu'er?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Kunming to Pu'er, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Pu'er bus from?

Kunming to Pu'er bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Kunming South station.

Bus or fly from Kunming to Pu'er?

The best way to get from Kunming to Pu'er is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs ¥150 - ¥230. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥440 - ¥2500 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Kunming to Pu'er bus arrive?

Kunming to Pu'er bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Puer station.

Can I drive from Kunming to Pu'er?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Pu'er is 412 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Kunming to Pu'er.

Where can I stay near Pu'er?

There are three+ hotels available in Pu'er.

Kunming to Pu'er - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Kunming to Pu'er by train, taxi, bus, car, or plane

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
2. Take the taxi from Xishuangbanna Station to Pu'ertaxi
5h 56m
¥528–758
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kunming South to Puerbus
7h 32m
¥152–221
Drive 412.4 km
1. Drive from Kunming to Pu'ercar 412.4 km
4h 12m
¥351–507
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kunming to Pu'ertaxi 412.4 km
4h 12m
¥900–1,100
Fly to Jinghong, taxi
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Jinghong (JHG)plane KMG - JHG
2. Take the taxi from Jinghong (JHG) to Pu'ertaxi
4h 23m
¥1,158–2,072
Fly to Simao
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Simao (SYM)plane KMG - SYM
6h 54m
¥448–2,436
Fly to Lancang Jingmai Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Lancang Jingmai Airport (JMJ)plane KMG - JMJ
2. Take the taxi from Lancang Jingmai Airport (JMJ) to Pu'ertaxi
5h 41m
¥1,358–3,892

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Jinghong (JHG) flights

37Weekly Planes

1h 4mAverage Duration

¥864Cheapest Price

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Distance: 599 km
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Kunming, China and Pu'er, China?

China Bus Guide operates a bus from Kunming South to Puer hourly. Tickets cost ¥120–180 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and five other airlines fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Simao (SYM) 3 times a day.

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