Which stations serve Kunming and Shangri La?

Kunming, Kunming South serve Kunming; Shangri La serve Shangri La.

Kunming to Shangri La Train

昆明 → 香格里拉

Kunming to Shangri La takes between 4 hours 45 minutes and 5 hours 46 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 5 direct services, with the first train at 09:08 and the last at 16:39. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

Interactive route map showing the rail network around Kunming and Shangri La. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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Date

Direct Train Schedule

5 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
C118	09:08Kunming	14:25Shangri La	5h17m
C86	10:15Kunming	15:00Shangri La	4h45m
C122	11:30Kunming	17:07Shangri La	5h37m
C638	13:11Kunming	18:40Shangri La	5h29m
C642	16:39Kunming	22:25Shangri La	5h46m

Timetable snapshot: 2026-09-04. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

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Railway Stations in Kunming and Shangri La

Compare the railway stations used to reach Kunming and Shangri La. Not every station below is served by every direct train.

Railway Stations in Kunming

Kunming昆明
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Metro Line 1
Kunming South昆明南
Other railway station in Kunming
Metro Line 1Metro Line 4

Railway Stations in Shangri La

Shangri La香格里拉
Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

Route	Kunming (昆明) to Shangri La (香格里拉)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	5
Fastest journey	4 hours 45 minutes on C86 (10:15 to 15:00)
First train	09:08 C118 from Kunming
Last train	16:39 C642 from Kunming
Departure stations on timetable	Kunming
Arrival stations on timetable	Shangri La
Train types in snapshot	C
Timetable snapshot	September 4, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Kunming to Shangri La train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 4h45m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 5 direct services between Kunming and Shangri La.

Is this timetable always up to date?

This page is updated after major timetable adjustments. Train schedules can change, so always confirm departure and arrival times with 12306 before buying a ticket.