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Compare flight and train for Guangzhou to Kunming
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Guangzhou to Kunming among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $99 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $99, while a flight costs an average of $664.
Distance: 677 miles (1090 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$99 Average price Cheapest | $664 Average price | $184 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Guangzhou to Kunming:
A train is $566 (€463) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Guangzhou to Kunming costing on average $664 (€544).
Other travel options to Kunming take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 5m.
The journey is about 6h 12m faster (8h 5m by train vs 14h 17m by car) and roughly $85 (€70) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($99 (€81) vs $184 (€151)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with China Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guangzhou to Kunming
Trains from Guangzhou to Kunming run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€72) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:48, the last at 01:48. The fastest train covers the 677 miles (1090 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 677 miles (1090 km) |
Average train duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€72) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 1:48 AM |
Last train 1:48 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: China Railway from Guangzhou to Kunming trainsChina Railway trains will get you between Guangzhou and Kunming from $88 (€72). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Guangzhou to Kunming
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guangzhou to Kunming by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kunming, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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