The Kunming–Nanjing train route links the two capitals of Yunnan and Jiangsu provinces. Five pairs of trains are in service daily. Three pairs are G category high-speed trains and the shortest journey duration is 10 hours 24 minutes.
Kunming–Nanjing High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance: 2,043 kilometers (1,269 miles)
- Terminals: Kunming South Railway Station, Nanjing South Railway Station
- Duration: 10–13½ hours
- Main stops: Kunming, Guiyang, Changsha, Nanjing
Kunming to Nanjing High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 1, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1380 | 07:24 | 20:19 | 12 h 55 min |
| G1378 | 07:36 | 21:04 | 13 h 28 min |
| G1540 | 10:20 | 21:14 | 10 h 54 min |
Please note: The timetable is just for your reference.
If you want up-to-date schedules, you can use the search tool at the top of this page or search via our China Highlights train ticket service.
Nanjing to Kunming High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 1, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1379 | 07:38 | 20:16 | 12 h 38 min |
| G1377 | 07:39 | 21:14 | 13 h 35 min |
| G1539 | 09:05 | 19:29 | 10 h 24 min |
Kunming to Nanjing High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Business Class | Superior Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¥2,768.5–3,022 ($394–430) | ¥1,627 ($232) | ¥1,425–1,611.5 ($203–230) | ¥865.5–960.5 ($124–137) |
Kunming–Nanjing Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Kunming Railway Station, Nanjing Railway Station
- Duration: 35–39 hours
- Main stops: Kunming, Guiyang, Nanjing
Kunming to Nanjing Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 1, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K138 | 18:55 | 06:54+2 | 35 h 59 min |
| K156 | 19:23 | 09:48+2 | 38 h 25 min |
Please note: The timetable is just for your reference.
“+2” means you will arrive on the third day.
If you want up-to-date schedules, you can use the search tool at the top of this page or search via our China Highlights train ticket service.
Nanjing to Kunming Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 1, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K155 | 16:23 | 07:03+2 | 38 h 40 min |
| K137 | 22:08 | 09:07+2 | 34 h 59 min |
Kunming to Nanjing Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| ¥791–819 ($113–117) | ¥504–518 ($72–74) | ¥268.5–278.5 ($39–40) |
Train or Airplane - Which Is Better?
Which one is better depends on your reason for traveling.
If you are traveling for business, it is better to take a flight because this is the fastest mode of transportation from Kunming to Nanjing or vice versa. Airfares can be competitive when there are discounts.
If you are traveling as a tourist, it is better to use the high-speed trains because they are fast, punctual, and non-smoking. Ticket prices are reasonable. You can walk around on the trains to stretch your legs and enjoy the views from the windows on the way.
It is not recommended to take the normal-speed trains, however, as the journey takes too long and the facilities and environment are not very good.
Please see the detailed information below:
| High-Speed Train | Normal-Speed Train | Airplane | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket Price | US$137 for second class US$230 for first class |
US$74 for a hard sleeper US$117 for a soft sleeper |
US$350 for economy class |
| Duration | 10–13½ hours | 35–39 hours | 3 hours |
| Punctuality | Punctual | Occasional delays | Occasional delays |
| Seat Space | More legroom than on an airplane | Spacious | Cramped |
