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Boten to Puer Train Tickets & Timetable

The Boten to Puer train runs on the Laos-China Railway, continuing from Boten Station in northern Laos through Mohan in Yunnan, Xishuangbanna, and Ning'er before reaching Pu'er Station. Direct cross-border D-series services are operated jointly across the Laos and China sections, with Lancang and Fuxing trainsets used on the international corridor. The rail distance is about 290 km, and the fastest direct service takes about 2 hours 40 minutes; slower timings may be longer when border inspection time is included in the published schedule. There is usually 1 direct daily departure in this direction, so checking the timetable before booking is important. Second Class and First Class seats are the usual options on this route. One-way fares start from about CNY 111 ($16 USD) for Second Class seats. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Lao New Year, Chinese New Year, and major China holiday periods when cross-border seats can sell out.

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Boten

Puer

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Day trains

12:07

BotenStation

2h 49m

15:56

PuerStation

Direct

High-speed

D-class - CRH Train D88

from

3367 USD

2h 49m, Direct

12:07

BotenStation

15:56

PuerStation

from

3367 USD

Direct

High-speed

D-class - CRH Train D88

15:25

BotenStation

2h 50m

19:15

PuerStation

Direct

High-speed

D-class - CRH Train D84

from

3367 USD

2h 50m, Direct

15:25

BotenStation

19:15

PuerStation

from

3367 USD

Direct

High-speed

D-class - CRH Train D84

First train

12:07

Last train

15:25

Travel duration

2h 49m

Daily departures

Departure station

Boten

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Puer

Ticket price

$22

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Exchange and cancellation conditions for the Boten to Puer route depend on the selected fare and railway rules. Submit changes before departure, allowing extra time because this route crosses the Laos-China border at Boten and Mohan.

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Boten to Puer Route Overview

The route starts at Boten, the Lao border station opposite Mohan, and enters China soon after departure. A distinctive feature of this trip is the formal border sequence: passengers travel between two adjacent frontier stations, with exit and entry controls built into the international rail schedule. Seats are reserved on direct international trains, and passengers should use the same passport or travel document entered at booking. The line then runs through the forested hills and tunnels of southern Yunnan before reaching Pu'er, a city closely linked with tea production and the old Tea Horse Road.

Travel time

2h 49m

Train type

D-class

Fastest trip

2h 49m

Longest trip

2h 50m

Boten

Boten is a border town in Luang Namtha Province and the northern rail exit point from Laos to China. Boten Station is on the Laos-China Railway, with the Chinese border station of Mohan a short distance to the north.

Boten

Station

2h 49m

Puer

Puer is a city in southern Yunnan known for Pu'er tea, ethnic minority cultures, and access to tea-growing counties. Pu'er Station is on the Yuxi-Mohan section of the China-Laos Railway, outside the older urban core with road connections into central Pu'er.

Puer

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Direct Boten to Puer services generally offer Second Class and First Class reserved seats. Second Class uses airline-style reclining seats arranged for short and medium-distance trips on the Laos-China Railway corridor. First Class has wider seating, more legroom, and fewer seats per row. Business Class is available only on selected trainsets and is not guaranteed on every Boten to Puer departure, so check the class list when searching.

from

$3367

Second Class

from

$5589

First Class Seat

Practical Information for Laos-China Railway Travelers

Boten to Puer passengers should pack for both train rules and border inspection. Keep passports, visas if required, and arrival documents separate from checked-size bags.

Luggage Allowance

On the China-Laos Railway corridor, adult passengers are generally allowed carry-on luggage up to 20 kg, with each item kept within normal train luggage dimensions. Items must be manageable by the passenger and may be checked by border and security staff at Boten, Mohan, and Pu'er.

Storage Facilities

Lancang and Fuxing D-series trainsets have overhead racks above the seats for small and medium bags, plus luggage spaces near carriage ends for larger suitcases. Keep valuables, passport, and entry documents with you rather than in end-of-car storage.

Special Items

Bicycles and large sports equipment should be folded or packed and may be refused if they exceed railway or border-security limits. Knives, flammable goods, compressed gas canisters, and agricultural products can be restricted during cross-border inspection.

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Boten to Puer Map

The Boten to Puer route follows the Laos-China Railway north from Boten Station to Mohan, then through Mengla County toward Xishuangbanna and Ning'er before reaching Pu'er Station. The line uses long tunnels and high bridges through the hills of southern Yunnan. North of Mohan, the railway passes tropical and subtropical landscapes linked with rubber, tea, and border trade before turning toward Pu'er.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

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Train

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Direct

Travel time

2h 49m

Price from

$22

Departures

Rating

Rail links Boten Station with Pu'er Station in one scheduled cross-border trip, avoiding the separate road transfer usually needed at the Boten-Mohan border. Buses and vans can be cheaper on some dates, but border formalities, mountain roads, and onward connections through Xishuangbanna make the total travel time less predictable. Flying is not practical for this short corridor because there is no useful direct air link between Boten and Pu'er, and airport transfers would add several hours. The train is also the lower-emission choice for this cross-border land route.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

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Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 49m

$22-$35

Bus

Apprx.

5h 30m

$18-$40

Flight

Apprx.

6h 0m

$150-$320

Boten to Puer Train

Direct Boten to Puer trains are D-series international services on the Laos-China Railway corridor. The fastest direct trip takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, with border processing included in the travel pattern between Boten and Mohan. Trains on this corridor run up to 160 km/h (99 mph), with lower speeds through tunnels, curves, and station approaches. The direct service is usually the practical choice because it avoids arranging a separate road crossing and a Chinese domestic train from Mohan. Second Class and First Class are the main seating options, with all seats reserved on international services. Operators: Laos-China Railway Company on the Laos section and China Railway Kunming Group on the China section.

D-class

D-class trains commonly reach service speeds up to 250 km/h

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FAQ about the Boten - Puer Route

How do I book Boten to Puer train tickets?

Book Boten to Puer train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering the travel date, selecting the direct cross-border service, and adding passenger details exactly as shown on the passport or travel document. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing bookings.

How much is the train from Boten to Puer?

One-way Boten to Puer train fares start from about CNY 111 ($16 USD) for Second Class seats. First Class costs more, and final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above.

How long is the train from Boten to Puer?

The direct Boten to Puer train takes about 2 hours 40 minutes on the Laos-China Railway, depending on the published timetable and border-control timing at Boten and Mohan. The rail distance is about 290 km.

How fast is the Boten to Puer train?

D-series trains on the Laos-China Railway corridor operate at up to 160 km/h (99 mph). Average speed is lower because the route includes border procedures, station stops, tunnels, and mountain sections in southern Yunnan.

Is there a rail pass for the Boten to Puer route?

There is no national Laos rail pass that covers the Boten to Puer cross-border train. China domestic rail passes also do not normally cover this international Laos-China Railway segment. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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