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 58m.

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 16m and costs ¥1100 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Kunming and Zhangye?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming to Zhangye station. However, there are services departing from Kunming and arriving at Zhangye West Station via Xi'an North and Lanzhou West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 1m.

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 which takes 21h 1m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m 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 station.

Train or fly from Kunming to Zhangye?

The best way to get from Kunming to Zhangye is to fly which takes 7h 16m and costs ¥1100 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 21h 1m.

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 nine+ hotels available in Zhangye.

Kunming to Zhangye - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Zhangye Ghanzhou Airport (YZY)plane KMG - YZY
7h 16m
¥1,178–5,602
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 58m
¥436–802
Train
1. Take the train from Kunming 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
21h 1m
¥1,029–1,425
Drive 2,140.2 km
1. Drive from Kunming to Zhangyecar 2,140.2 km
22h 5m
¥1,820–2,629
Train via Mianyang
1. Take the train from Kunming to Mianyangtrain Kunming
2. Take the train from Mianyang to Zhangye Stationtrain Chengdu
25h 39m
¥678–905
Train #2
1. Take the train from Kunming to Liupanshuitrain
2. Take the train from Liupanshui to Chengdu South Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chengdu Station to Zhangye Stationtrain
29h 33m
¥477–834

Kunming to Zhangye by train

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21h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,591 km
Duration: 7h 16m

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

China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Zhangye Ghanzhou Airport (YZY) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kunming to Zhangye West Station via Xi'an North and Lanzhou West Station in around 21h 1m.

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