Which stations serve Shangri La and Kunming?

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

Shangri La to Kunming Train

香格里拉 → 昆明

Shangri La to Kunming takes between 4 hours 39 minutes and 5 hours 58 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 3 direct services, with the first train at 07:22 and the last at 17:25. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

3 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
C644	07:22Shangri La	12:48Kunming	5h26m
C640	10:05Shangri La	16:03Kunming	5h58m
C88	17:25Shangri La	22:04Kunming	4h39m

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

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Railway Stations in Shangri La and Kunming

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

Railway Stations in Shangri La

Shangri La香格里拉
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
Other railway station in Kunming
Metro Line 1Metro Line 4

At a Glance

Route	Shangri La (香格里拉) to Kunming (昆明)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	3
Fastest journey	4 hours 39 minutes on C88 (17:25 to 22:04)
First train	07:22 C644 from Shangri La
Last train	17:25 C88 from Shangri La
Departure stations on timetable	Shangri La
Arrival stations on timetable	Kunming
Train types in snapshot	C
Timetable snapshot	September 4, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Shangri La to Kunming train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 4h39m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 3 direct services between Shangri La 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.