Nanchang to Kunming Train

南昌 → 昆明

Nanchang to Kunming takes between 2 hours 58 minutes and 8 hours 28 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 18 direct services, with the first train at 01:23 and the last at 18:09. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
18 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
K49101:23Nanchang04:21Kunming2h58m
K49401:23Nanchang04:21Kunming2h58m
G151107:10Nanchang West15:28Kunming South8h18m
G142110:53Nanchang West19:08Kunming South8h15m
G137111:37Nanchang West19:03Kunming South7h26m
G169511:58Nanchang West19:59Kunming South8h01m
G169811:58Nanchang West19:59Kunming South8h01m
G139712:41Nanchang West21:04Kunming South8h23m
G137912:47Nanchang West21:15Kunming South8h28m
G20112:53Nanchang West19:35Kunming South6h42m
G175113:28Nanchang West21:33Kunming South8h05m
G175413:28Nanchang West21:33Kunming South8h05m
G137713:33Nanchang West21:46Kunming South8h13m
G168114:51Nanchang West22:56Kunming South8h05m
G168414:51Nanchang West22:56Kunming South8h05m
G137315:03Nanchang West23:24Kunming South8h21m
G139115:14Nanchang West23:16Kunming South8h02m
K123518:09Nanchang22:22Kunming4h13m

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

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Railway Stations in Nanchang and Kunming

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

Railway Stations in Nanchang

  • Nanchang南昌
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2
  • Nanchang East南昌东
    Other railway station in Nanchang
    Metro Line 2
  • Nanchang South南昌南
    Other railway station in Nanchang
  • Nanchang West南昌西
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2

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

RouteNanchang (南昌) to Kunming (昆明)
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Direct services18
Fastest journey2 hours 58 minutes on K491 (01:23 to 04:21)
First train01:23 K494 from Nanchang
Last train18:09 K1235 from Nanchang
Departure stations on timetableNanchang, Nanchang West
Arrival stations on timetableKunming, Kunming South
Train types in snapshotK, G
Reference faresBusiness class from ¥2018.50, Premier class from ¥1226.50, First class from ¥956, Second class from ¥598, Soft sleeper from ¥572, Hard sleeper from ¥363, Hard seat from ¥213, No seat from ¥213. Fare snapshot: October 23, 2026.
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Nanchang to Kunming train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 2h58m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 18 direct services between Nanchang 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.