Lijiang to Kunming Train

丽江 → 昆明

Lijiang to Kunming takes between 3 hours 23 minutes and 12 hours 11 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 30 direct services, with the first train at 08:08 and the last at 21:34. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
30 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
C44908:08Lijiang12:02Kunming3h54m
C45208:08Lijiang12:02Kunming3h54m
C64108:39Lijiang12:50Kunming4h11m
C64408:39Lijiang12:50Kunming4h11m
C39309:09Lijiang13:45Kunming4h36m
C39309:09Lijiang14:11Kunming South5h02m
C39609:09Lijiang13:45Kunming4h36m
C39609:09Lijiang14:11Kunming South5h02m
C63711:32Lijiang16:03Kunming4h31m
C64011:32Lijiang16:03Kunming4h31m
C45313:01Lijiang17:01Kunming4h
C45613:01Lijiang17:01Kunming4h
C45716:52Lijiang20:57Kunming4h05m
C45716:52Lijiang21:24Kunming South4h32m
C46016:52Lijiang20:57Kunming4h05m
C46016:52Lijiang21:24Kunming South4h32m
Y76518:02Lijiang05:18Kunming11h16m
Y76518:02Lijiang06:13Kunming South12h11m
Y76818:02Lijiang05:18Kunming11h16m
Y76818:02Lijiang06:13Kunming South12h11m
C8518:41Lijiang22:04Kunming3h23m
C8818:41Lijiang22:04Kunming3h23m
C59519:12Lijiang23:40Kunming4h28m
C59819:12Lijiang23:40Kunming4h28m
C44519:26Lijiang23:57Kunming4h31m
C44819:26Lijiang23:57Kunming4h31m
Y75120:41Lijiang05:12Kunming8h31m
Y75420:41Lijiang05:12Kunming8h31m
Y75521:34Lijiang08:26Kunming10h52m
Y75821:34Lijiang08:26Kunming10h52m

Timetable snapshot: 2026-10-23. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

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Railway Stations in Lijiang and Kunming

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

Railway Stations in Lijiang

  • Lijiang丽江
    Used by direct trains in this timetable

Railway Stations in Kunming

  • Kunming昆明
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1
  • Kunming South昆明南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 4

At a Glance

RouteLijiang (丽江) to Kunming (昆明)
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Direct services30
Fastest journey3 hours 23 minutes on C85 (18:41 to 22:04)
First train08:08 C452 from Lijiang
Last train21:34 Y758 from Lijiang
Departure stations on timetableLijiang
Arrival stations on timetableKunming, Kunming South
Train types in snapshotC, Y
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Lijiang to Kunming train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 3h23m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 30 direct services between Lijiang and Kunming.

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.