Introductions
Traveling between Kunming and Hekou by train offers a fascinating journey through China’s diverse landscapes and introduces travelers to the unique cultural blend of the China-Vietnam border region. There are high-speed trains servicing this route directly.
Railway Maps
Kunming – Hekou Train Schedule Overview
Train Type | Departure Station | Arrival Station | Duration | Frequency | Fares |
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Bullet Trains | Kunming Station / Kunming South | Hekou North | 4.5 – 6.5 hours | 4 daily | CNY 96 |
For a live schedule, refer to www.chinahighlights.com/china-trains/ & www.trip.com/china-trains/
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Information on Railway Stations in Kunming
There are two major train stations in Kunming: the old one is Kunming Railway Station and the new one is Kunming South Railway Station (Kunmingnan). Kunming Railway Station seves trains to major cities within Yunnan Province as well as a few destinations beyond Yunnan, such as Nanning, Guangzhou, Liuzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing. While Kunming South serves more trains to major cities outside Yunnan.
Train Station | Location | Transport | from City Center | Train Service | Destinations | Get to Airport | Opening Date |
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Kunming Railway Station | Guandu District | Metro Line 1, Line 2 | 4 km | High-speed & regular speed | Most to major destinations in Kunming | Airport Shuttle Bus Line 2 | 1966 |
Kunming South Railway Station | Chenggong District | Metro Line 1, Line 4 | 25 km | High-speed & regular speed | Major cities in Yunnan Province and other cities in China | 2016 |
Information on Hekou North Railway Station
Upon reaching Hekou, transport options are more limited. It’s advisable to arrange a taxi or local transport from Hekou North Station to your final destination within the city or to the border if you plan to continue into Vietnam.
Hekou North Railway Station (河口北站, Hekoubei) is a key station located in the border town of Hekou, Yunnan Province, which shares a border with Lào Cai of Vietnam. As a gateway between China and Vietnam, this station serves as a critical juncture for both passenger and cargo transportation.
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After crossing the border from Hekou to the town of Lao Cai, travelers can take a bus trip to the scenic frontier town of Sapa or continue on to Hanoi by train or bus.
How far is the journey from Lao Cai to Sapa city (how many hours).
Regards
Chris
Hi, Chris. I am a Chinese and I had no experience to travel between Laocai and Sapa. Sorry!
It’s just 30km from Lao Cai to Sapa, around 45 minutes to 1h.
Can you tell me what time the boder gate close everyday in Hekou, China?
It closes before 18:00 pm (Beijing time). Just arrive there earlier.