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

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Zhangye is to bus and train which costs ¥430 - ¥800 and takes 28h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Zhangye is to fly which takes 7h 56m and costs ¥1500 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct train between Kunming and Zhangye?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming station to Zhangye station. However, there are services departing from Kunming Station and arriving at Zhangye West Station via Kunming South, Xi'an North and Lanzhou West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 13m.

How far is it from Kunming to Zhangye?

The distance between Kunming and Zhangye is 1591 km. The road distance is 2140.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kunming to Zhangye without a car is to train via Xi'an which takes 22h 13m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Kunming to Zhangye, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Zhangye train from?

Kunming to Zhangye train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Kunming South station.

Train or fly from Kunming to Zhangye?

The best way to get from Kunming to Zhangye is to fly which takes 7h 56m and costs ¥1500 - ¥8000. Alternatively, you can train via Xi'an, which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 22h 13m.

Where does the Kunming to Zhangye train arrive?

Kunming to Zhangye train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Xi'an North Station.

Can I drive from Kunming to Zhangye?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Zhangye is 2140 km. It takes approximately 22h 5m to drive from Kunming to Zhangye.

How do I get a train ticket from Kunming to Zhangye?

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Where can I stay near Zhangye?

There are 10+ hotels available in Zhangye.

Kunming to Zhangye - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Kunming to Zhangye by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly to Zhangye Ghanzhou Airport
best
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Zhangye Ghanzhou Airport (YZY)plane KMG - YZY
7h 56m
¥1,578–7,602
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kunming East to Chengdu Eastbus
2. Take the train from Chengdu East Station to Guangyuantrain
3. Take the train from Guangyuan to Zhangye Stationtrain
28h 59m
¥436–802
Train via Xi'an
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Xi'an North Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Xi'an North to Lanzhou West Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Lanzhou West Station to Zhangye West Stationtrain
22h 13m
¥1,023–1,478
Drive 2,140.2 km
1. Drive from Kunming to Zhangyecar 2,140.2 km
22h 5m
¥1,838–2,655
Fly to Jinchang, train
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Jinchang (JIC)plane KMG - JIC
2. Take the train from Jinchang to Zhangye West Stationtrain
10h 31m
¥778–3,622
Fly to Jiayuguan Airport, train
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Jiayuguan Airport (JGN)plane KMG - JGN
2. Take the train from Jiayuguan South to Zhangye West Stationtrain
10h 20m
¥1,098–4,982
Train
1. Take the train from Kunming to Chengdu Easttrain Dali
2. Take the train from Chengdu Station to Zhangye Stationtrain Chengdu
26h 21m
¥640–876
Train via Chengdu
1. Take the train from Kunming to Liupanshuitrain
2. Take the train from Liupanshui to Chengdu South Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chengdu West station to Lanzhoutrain
4. Take the train from Lanzhou to Zhangye West Stationtrain
30h 36m
¥487–901

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Zhangye Ghanzhou Airport (YZY) flights

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Distance: 1,591 km
Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Kunming, China and Zhangye, China?

China Eastern Airlines, Ruili Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Zhangye Ghanzhou Airport (YZY) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kunming Station to Zhangye West Station via Kunming South, Xi'an North, and Lanzhou West Station in around 22h 13m.

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