Kunming Metro — how to use it without speaking Chinese
Kunming Metro — how to use it without speaking Chinese 🚇 Kunming metro is small but tricky if you don't know this one thing. What nobody tells you: Kunming's Line 3 doesn't connect directly to the airport anymore. You need to transfer at Eastern Bus Station. How to use Kunming Metro: Step 1: Open Alipay → Transport → Kunming Step 2: Scan QR code at gate (blue sticker means Alipay works) Step 3: Follow English signs — they're at every station Important stations to know: Dongfeng Square — busiest interchange, Line 2 to Line 3 Kunming Railway Station — exit A for train tickets Eastern Bus Station — transfer to airport shuttle Cost: 2-6 RMB per ride ⚠️ Trap: The last train is around 10:30pm. Earlier than other Chinese cities. Don't get stuck. 💡 Pro tip: Screenshot your QR code before going down. Signal underground can be weak. 👉 Ever taken Kunming metro? What confused you?