Take the Kunming-Lijiang train, chill chill

#Travel in China #Travel in China Traveling by train from Kunming (Kunming, 昆明) to Lijiang (Lijiang, 丽江) is a very convenient and popular way, as there is a high-speed train service. Today, we will introduce you to the detailed travel method. Don't miss on this train, don't forget to try Mama noodles because there is a hot water dispenser on the train for us to bring Mama noodles to get hot water to eat on the train. ⸻ 1. Types of trains in service There are 2 main types of trains that provide service between Kunming and Lijiang: • High-speed trains (D-Train - 动车, G-Train - 高铁) • Travel time is approximately 3 - 3.5 hours • Comfortable and fast • The main trains in service are D-Train, such as D8784, D8788, etc. • Ordinary trains (K-Train - 快速列车) • Travel time is approximately 8 - 9 hours • There are sleeper trains suitable for traveling at night • The main trains in service are K9606, K9618, etc. ⸻ 2. How to book train tickets There are several ways to book train tickets: • Online booking • China Railway official website: 12306 China Railway (Chinese ID card or passport required) • Apps such as Trip.com or Ctrip, which support English • Buy tickets at the train station • Tickets can be purchased at Kunming Railway Station or Kunming South Railway Station • Use your passport as proof of purchase • Buy tickets through an agent • You can use the service through your hotel or tour company ⸻ 3. Take the train from Kunming to Lijiang 3.1 Travel to the train station in Kunming There are two main stations that provide train services to Lijiang: • Kunming Railway Station (昆明站) – provides the regular train (K-Train) • Kunming South Railway Station (昆明南站) – provides the high-speed train (D-Train) You can take the Kunming Metro or a taxi to get to your desired station 3.2 Check your ticket and board the train • It is recommended to arrive at the train station at least 1 hour before the boarding time. • Show your passport and train ticket at the checkpoint. • Proceed to the platform number on the ticket. ⸻ 4. Arrive in Lijiang 4.1 Destination station in Lijiang • All trains stop at Lijiang Railway Station (丽江站), which is about 8 kilometers from the city center. 4.2 How to get from Lijiang Station to the city center • Taxi – takes about 20-30 minutes, fare about 30-50 yuan • Bus No. 4 (公交4路) – only 1 yuan to the city center or Lijiang Old Town • Minivan – convenient and available at many points ⸻ 5. Summary • High-speed train (D-Train) takes 3-3.5 hours • Ordinary train (K-Train) takes 8-9 hours, suitable for night travel • Book tickets via 12306.cn Or apps • Take the train at Kunming Railway Station or Kunming South Railway Station • When you arrive at Lijiang Railway Station, take a taxi or bus into the city Traveling by train is a convenient and cost-effective way to travel around Lijiang. Hope this information helps you travel smoothly!