There are 2 ways to get from Kunming to Sapa by train or car
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The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Sapa is to train and drive which costs $11 - $26 and takes 6h 56m.
The fastest way to get from Kunming to Sapa is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs $55 - $85.
The distance between Kunming and Sapa is 432 km. The road distance is 444.4 km.
It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Kunming to Sapa, including transfers.
Sapa is 1h behind Kunming. It is currently 2:04 PM in Kunming and 1:04 PM in Sapa.
Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Sapa is 444 km. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Kunming to Sapa.
There are 749+ hotels available in Sapa.
What companies run services between Kunming, China and Sapa, Vietnam?
There is no direct connection from Kunming to Sapa. However, you can take the train to Hekou North then drive to Sapa. Alternatively, you can drive from Kunming to Sapa in around 4h 39m.
Train from Kunming Station to Hekou North
- Hard Seat
- $7–10
- Hard sleeper
- $14–19
- Soft sleeper
- $22–30
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