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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kunming to Luang Prabang

Composite routes from Kunming to Luang Prabang

Cheapest
11 h 12 min
Car
977 km.
from $53
Fastest
1 h 38 min
Plane
Other
13 h 2 min
Bus, Train
575 km.
from $59.66
8 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
575 km.
from $87.13
8 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
575 km.
from $143.65

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$63.61–$114.50
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Jinghong
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.61–$229.01
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$699.74

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.86–$152.67

Shanghai Airlines

Website:
ceair.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Jinghong
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.61–$120.86

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$318.06

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
bus@chinatrainguide.com
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Kunming South to Mohan
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$47.75

Train operators

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Kunming South to Luang
Ave. Duration:
7h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$139.95
Train from Boten station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.99–$139.95
Train from Xishuangbanna Station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$139.95
Train from Vientiane station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.27–$139.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang is to bus and train which costs $54.35 - $173.91 and takes 13h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 .

How far is it from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Kunming and Luang Prabang is 613 km. The road distance is 993.2 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang without a car is to train which takes 9h 9m and costs $23.91 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Train or fly from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Kunming to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23.91 - $130.43 and takes 9h 9m.

What is the time difference between Kunming and Luang Prabang?

Luang Prabang is 1h behind Kunming. It is currently 23:28 in Kunming and 22:28 in Luang Prabang.

Can I drive from Kunming to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Luang Prabang is 993 km. It takes approximately 11h 49m to drive from Kunming to Luang Prabang.

Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

There are 311+ hotels available in Luang Prabang. Prices start at $17.68 per night.
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