Long Distance Bus Stations in Kunming

Kunming, as a significant transportation hub in southwestern China, has several long-distance bus stations that facilitate travel to various parts of Yunnan Province and neighboring regions. Here’s a brief introduction to some of the notable long-distance bus stations in Kunming:

  1. Kunming South Bus Station (昆明南部汽车客运站)

    • Located in the southern part of Kunming, this station mainly serves routes to the southern parts of Yunnan Province, such as Xishuangbanna, as well as international destinations like Laos and Vietnam.
    • It is one of the busiest bus stations in Kunming due to the popularity of the destinations it serves.

  2. Kunming West Bus Station (昆明西部汽车客运站)

    • Situated in the western part of the city, this station handles buses to western Yunnan destinations, including tourist-favored places like Dali and Lijiang.
    • It’s a key station for tourists traveling to the scenic spots in western Yunnan.

  3. Kunming East Bus Station (昆明东部汽车客运站)

    • This station is the hub for buses heading to eastern and northeastern Yunnan, with services to areas such as Zhaotong and the province of Sichuan.
    • It’s well-equipped with various facilities for travelers’ convenience.

  4. Kunming North Bus Station (昆明北部汽车客运站)

    • Located in the northern part of Kunming, it serves routes going toward the northern parts of Yunnan, including destinations like Qujing and Shangri-La.
    • It is important for connecting travelers to the more remote and mountainous regions of northern Yunnan.

  5. Kunming International Bus Station (昆明国际汽车客运站)

    • This station offers international bus services to countries such as Laos and Thailand, making it a key point for cross-border land travel.
    • It’s equipped to handle customs and immigration procedures for international travelers.

  6. Kunming Railway Station Bus Terminal (昆明火车站汽车客运站)

    • Adjacent to the Kunming Railway Station, this terminal provides convenient connections for those transferring between long-distance trains and buses.
    • It serves a variety of regional destinations and is centrally located for easy access.

Please note that the situation can change, and new stations may be established or existing ones may be closed or moved. It’s always best to check the latest information before making travel plans. The bus stations typically provide amenities such as ticket counters, waiting areas, restrooms, food services, and shops to ensure a comfortable experience for travelers.

1-Kunming West Bus Station
Address: Majie sub-district
Public Bus: No. 80, 82, 153, 908, 143
Bus connections to: Dali Prefecture, Chuxiong Prefecture, Dehong Prefecture, Nujiang Prefecture, Lijiang City, Deqin Prefecture (Shangri-La) and Lincang City etc.
Tel: 0871-6532 6258

 

2-Kunming South Bus Station
Address: New Luosiwan Trade Town
Public Bus: 12、170、210、212
Metro: Line No.1
Bus connections to: Pu’er city, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yuxi City, Honghe Prefecture, Jinning County
Tel: 0871-6736 1683

 

3-Kunming East Bus Station
Address: East suburb of Kunming
Public Bus: No.22, 29, 193, 194,902
Metro: Line no. 6
Bus connections to: Wenshan Prefecture, Gejiu City, Kaiyuan City, Mengzi City, Mi’le County, Luxi County, Hekou County, Pingbian County, Jinping County, Luliang County, Luoping County, Shilin County (Stone Forest), Yiliang County.
Tel: 0871-6383 3680

 

4-Kunming North Bus Station
Address: Longtou St.
Public Bus: 9, 23, 25, 57, 79, 92, 96,168
Bus connections to: Qujing City, Zhaotong City, Xundian County, Songming County, Luquan County, Dongchuan District
Tel: 0871-6837 3009

 

5-Kunming Northwest Bus Station
Address:  Puji Rd.
Public Bus: 151, 1, 189
Bus connections to: Yimen County, Anning City, Fumin County, Luquan County, Huaping County, Panzhihua City (Sichuan Province)
Tel: 0871-6826 5359