Lincang to Kunming Train

临沧 → 昆明

Lincang to Kunming takes between 3 hours 39 minutes and 4 hours 47 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 24 direct services, with the first train at 07:45 and the last at 18:30. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
24 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
C950107:45Lincang11:56Kunming4h11m
C950407:45Lincang11:56Kunming4h11m
C950108:14Yunxian11:56Kunming3h42m
C950408:14Yunxian11:56Kunming3h42m
C950512:53Lincang17:07Kunming4h14m
C950812:53Lincang17:07Kunming4h14m
C950513:26Yunxian17:07Kunming3h41m
C950813:26Yunxian17:07Kunming3h41m
C952114:30Lincang18:52Kunming4h22m
C952114:30Lincang19:17Kunming South4h47m
C952414:30Lincang18:52Kunming4h22m
C952414:30Lincang19:17Kunming South4h47m
C952115:00Yunxian18:52Kunming3h52m
C952115:00Yunxian19:17Kunming South4h17m
C952415:00Yunxian18:52Kunming3h52m
C952415:00Yunxian19:17Kunming South4h17m
C950916:58Lincang21:12Kunming4h14m
C951216:58Lincang21:12Kunming4h14m
C950917:29Yunxian21:12Kunming3h43m
C951217:29Yunxian21:12Kunming3h43m
C951317:56Lincang22:09Kunming4h13m
C951617:56Lincang22:09Kunming4h13m
C951318:30Yunxian22:09Kunming3h39m
C951618:30Yunxian22:09Kunming3h39m

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

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Railway Stations in Lincang and Kunming

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

Railway Stations in Lincang

  • Lincang临沧
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Yunxian云县
    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

RouteLincang (临沧) to Kunming (昆明)
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Direct services24
Fastest journey3 hours 39 minutes on C9513 (18:30 to 22:09)
First train07:45 C9504 from Lincang
Last train18:30 C9516 from Yunxian
Departure stations on timetableLincang, Yunxian
Arrival stations on timetableKunming, Kunming South
Train types in snapshotC
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Lincang to Kunming train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 3h39m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 24 direct services between Lincang 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.