Introductions
Travel from Kunming (昆明) to Xishuangbanna (西双版纳) on China’s efficient high-speed trains is a quick and enjoyable journey. The rail connection between these cities brings together speed, punctuality, and comfort, while offering travelers an opportunity to explore the unique cultural and scenic beauty of Yunnan Province.
Railway Maps
Kunming – Xishuangbanna Train Schedules
Here’s a detailed overview of high-speed train services between Kunming and Xishuangbanna: There are 30 daily C or D bullet trains running between Kunming & Xishuangbanna, 22 of which are using Kunming South Station (Kunmingnan) & 8 leave from Kunming Railway Station, and the trains are arriving at Xishuangbanna Railway Station. The rail journey takes about 3-4 hours.
| Train Type | Departure Station | Arrival Station | Duration | Frequency | Fares |
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| Bullet Trains | Kunming | Xishuangbanna | 3-4 hours | Daily, 29 trains between 07:18 AM and 06:59 PM | start from USD 37 |
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For a live schedule, refer to www.chinahighlights.com/china-trains/ & www.trip.com/china-trains/
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Please note that for the most accurate and up-to-date train schedules, you should refer to official sources.
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 Railway Statons in Xishuangbanna
Xishuangbanna Train Station is a major railway station along the Kunming – Vietiane Railway and located in Jinghong, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province of China. The station was opened on December 3 of 2021. It is close to Xishuangbanna Gasa International Airport (JHG).
Xishuangbanna Station serves trains to Pu’er, Yuxi, Kunming, Mohan, Mengla, even Chengdu, Leshan, Emei, as well as international trains to Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng, Boten in Laos.
Metro Maps & Official Sites
To navigate to and from the train stations, the metro network in Kunming will be important:
- Kunming Metro: Visit the official Kunming Rail Transit website for maps and service information.
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