The Shenzhen–Kunming train route is one of the important high-speed railways for the Belt and Road Initiative in China. It takes 30 hours to travel on a normal-speed train from Shenzhen to Kunming but it only takes 7 hours on a high-speed train.
Four pairs of trains operate on this route (three pairs of high-speed trains and one pair of overnight normal-speed trains.
Shenzhen–Kunming High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance: 1,442 kilometers (896 miles)
- Terminals: Shenzhen North Railway Station, Kunming Railway Station
- Duration: 7 hours
- Main stops: Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Guiyang, Kunming
Shenzhen to Kunming High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on March 9, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G2926 | 08:01 | 15:03 | 7 h 2 min |
| G408 | 12:23 | 19:48 | 7 h 25 min |
| G2922 | 15:26 | 22:42 | 7 h 16 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.
Kunming to Shenzhen High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on March 9, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G2924 | 07:53 | 15:05 | 7 h 12 min |
| G410 | 09:21 | 16:39 | 7 h 18 min |
| G2928 | 15:23 | 22:29 | 7 h 6 min |
Shenzhen to Kunming High-Speed Train Ticket Prices
| Business Class | Superior Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¥1,841.5 ($261) | ¥1,110.5 ($157) | ¥975.5 ($138) | ¥610 ($87) |
Shenzhen–Kunming Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Shenzhen East Railway Station, Kunming Railway Station
- Duration: 30 hours
- Main stops: Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Nanning, Kunming
Shenzhen to Kunming Normal-Speed Train Schedule
(Updated on March 9, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K1208 | 14:34 | 20:43 next day | 30 h 9 min |
For 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.
Kunming to Shenzhen Normal-Speed Train Schedule
(Updated on March 9, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K1206 | 08:53 | 13:34 next day | 28 h 41 min |
Shenzhen to Kunming Normal-Speed Train Ticket Prices
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| ¥615 ($87) | ¥389 ($55) | ¥206 ($30) |
Train or Airplane - Which Is Better?
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|
High-Speed Train | Normal-Speed Train | Airplane |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket Price | US$87 for second class US$138 for first class |
US$55 for a hard sleeper US$87 for a soft sleeper |
US$141–300 for economy class |
| Duration | 7 hours | 19 hours | 2½ hours |
| Punctuality | Punctual | Occasional delays | Occasional delays |
| Seat Space | More legroom than on an airplane | Spacious | Cramped |
The fastest way to travel is to take a flight. If you are traveling for business, it is better to take a flight.
If you are traveling as a tourist, it is better to take a high-speed train. This is because it’s fast, you can enjoy the views from the windows during the journey, and the price is reasonable.
