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

The cheapest way to get from Samarkand to Kunming is to bus and train which costs ¥1300 - ¥2100 and takes 4 days 0h.

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

The fastest way to get from Samarkand to Kunming is to fly which takes 9h 29m and costs ¥2400 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct train between Samarkand and Kunming?

No, there is no direct train from Samarkand to Kunming. However, there are services departing from Samarkand and arriving at Kunming via Volgograd-1, Verescagino, Pyongyang, Beijing and Beijing West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14 days 1h.

How far is it from Samarkand to Kunming?

The distance between Samarkand and Kunming is 3744 km. The road distance is 5255.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Samarkand to Kunming without a car is to bus and train which takes 4 days 0h and costs ¥1300 - ¥2100.

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

It takes approximately 9h 29m to get from Samarkand to Kunming, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samarkand to Kunming train from?

Samarkand to Kunming train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, depart from Samarkand station.

Train or fly from Samarkand to Kunming?

The best way to get from Samarkand to Kunming is to fly which takes 9h 29m and costs ¥2400 - ¥8000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 14 days 1h.

What is the time difference between Samarkand and Kunming?

Kunming is 3h ahead of Samarkand. It is currently 11:17 PM in Samarkand and 2:17 AM in Kunming.

Where does the Samarkand to Kunming train arrive?

Samarkand to Kunming train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, arrive at Volgograd-1 station.

Can I drive from Samarkand to Kunming?

Yes, the driving distance between Samarkand to Kunming is 5255 km. It takes approximately 2 days 12h to drive from Samarkand to Kunming.

Where can I stay near Kunming?

There are 265+ hotels available in Kunming.

Samarkand to Kunming - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Samarkand to Kunming by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)plane SKD - KMG
9h 29m
¥2,413–8,020
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Samarkand Central Bus Station to Tashkent bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus
3. Take the bus from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Kashgarbus
4. Take the train from Kashgar to Mianyangtrain
5. Take the train from Mianyang to Chengdu East Stationtrain
6. Take the bus from Chengdu East to Kunmingbus
4d
¥1,378–2,029
Drive 5,255.4 km
1. Drive from Samarkand to Kunmingcar 5,255.4 km
2d 12h
¥4,470–6,457
Train
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Volgograd-1train
2. Take the train from Volgograd-1 to Verescaginotrain
3. Take the train from Verescagino to Pyongyangtrain
4. Take the train from Pyongyang to Beijingtrain
5. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Kunmingtrain
14d 1h

Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) flights

4Weekly Planes

11h 25mAverage Duration

¥2,446Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,743.8 km
Duration: 9h 29m

What companies run services between Samarkand, Uzbekistan and Kunming, China?

China Southern Airlines, Zhejiang Loong Airlines, and Ruili Airlines fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Samarkand to Kunming via Volgograd-1, Verescagino, Pyongyang, Beijing, Beijing West, and Beijing West Station in around 14d 1h.

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