Beijing - Lanzhou Train
Three pairs of high speed trains are operated between Beijing and Lanzhou, taking around 6.5 - 9.5 hours for the whole journey. In addition, 5 normal trains run from Beijing to Lanzhou and 4 for the opposite direction, taking about 16.5 - 23 hours.
Alternatively, you can travel by flight which takes 2.5 hours or so, but the ticket costs a little more than train ticket, especially in peak season for tourism. If you travel in a hurry, flight is a good choice. However, you may suffer from flight delays as flights can be easily affected by weather changes.
Open time: July 9, 2017 Running distance: about 1,784 kilometers (1,109 miles) Top speed: 300 km/h (186 mph) Duration: about 6.5 - 9.5 hours Ticket cost: CNY747 for a second class seat
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Note: The timetable above is for reference only. Please use the tool on top of this page to search for the real-time schedule.
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Beijing - Zhengzhou: It takes 2.5 - 6 hours to travel between the two cities, and passes Gaobeidian East, Shijiazhuang, Xingtai East, Anyang East, and Xinxiang East.
Zhengzhou - Xi'an: This section runs for a distance of 505 kilometers (313 miles), taking 2 to 6 hours. The stations along the way include Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou East, Luoyang Longmen, Lingbao West, Weinan North, and Huashan North.
Xi'an - Lanzhou: Xi'an-Lanzhou High Speed Railway was put into service on July 9th, 2017. Journey time between the two cities has been shortened to 3 hours or so. The section passes by Xi'an North, Xianyang Qindu, Yangling South, Baoji South, Tianshui South, Taian, and Dingxi North.
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Both pairs originate and end in Beijing West Railway Station. Subway line 7 and line 9 and many city buses connect this station with the downtown area.
At the other side, all of them are operated in Lanzhou Railway Station, but some of them just stop there for 15 minutes or so. Passengers should prepare in advance to detrain or aboard in time. Since all are overnight sleeper trains as they depart in the afternoon and arrive in the next morning, passengers can save the day time and one-night accommodation fee.
Major Rail Lines from Beijing to:
Major Rail Lines from Lanzhou to:
Alternatively, you can travel by flight which takes 2.5 hours or so, but the ticket costs a little more than train ticket, especially in peak season for tourism. If you travel in a hurry, flight is a good choice. However, you may suffer from flight delays as flights can be easily affected by weather changes.
High Speed Train
Basic Facts
Open time: July 9, 2017 Running distance: about 1,784 kilometers (1,109 miles) Top speed: 300 km/h (186 mph) Duration: about 6.5 - 9.5 hours Ticket cost: CNY747 for a second class seatBeijing to Lanzhou High Speed Train Schedule
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G91 | 07:55 - 14:38 | 6h43m |
| G671 | 08:13 - 17:24 | 9h11m |
| G429 | 12:40 - 21:38 | 8h58m |
Lanzhou to Beijing Bullet Train Timetable
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G430 | 08:50 - 17:15 | 8h25m |
| G674 | 13:24 - 22:51 | 9h27m |
| G92 | 15:54 - 22:37 | 6h43m |
Note: The timetable above is for reference only. Please use the tool on top of this page to search for the real-time schedule.
Ticket Price
| Business Class Seat | First Class Seat | Second Class Seat |
|---|---|---|
| CNY 2,322.5 / USD 323 | CNY 1,196.5 / USD 166 | CNY 747 / USD 104 |
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| Beijing - Lanzhou Railway Map |
Running Route
Beijing - Zhengzhou: It takes 2.5 - 6 hours to travel between the two cities, and passes Gaobeidian East, Shijiazhuang, Xingtai East, Anyang East, and Xinxiang East. Zhengzhou - Xi'an: This section runs for a distance of 505 kilometers (313 miles), taking 2 to 6 hours. The stations along the way include Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou East, Luoyang Longmen, Lingbao West, Weinan North, and Huashan North. Xi'an - Lanzhou: Xi'an-Lanzhou High Speed Railway was put into service on July 9th, 2017. Journey time between the two cities has been shortened to 3 hours or so. The section passes by Xi'an North, Xianyang Qindu, Yangling South, Baoji South, Tianshui South, Taian, and Dingxi North.Normal Trains
Beijing to Lanzhou Train Schedule
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| T175 | 13:05 - 08:03+ | 18h58m |
| Z55 | 14:52 - 07:43+ | 16h51m |
| Z151 | 15:59 - 11:06+ | 19h7m |
| Z179 | 18:26 - 15:17+ | 20h51m |
| Z21 | 19:52 - 12:19+ | 16h27m |
Lanzhou to Beijing Train Timetable
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Z180 | 08:42 - 07:52+ | 23h10m |
| T176 | 15:04 - 09:37+ | 18h33m |
| Z152 | 17:22 - 14:30+ | 21h8m |
| Z56 | 21:18 - 13:38+ | 16h20m |
Beijing - Lanzhou Train Ticket Fare
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| CNY 527.5 - 598 USD 73 - 83 | CNY 343.5 - 388 USD 48 - 54 | CNY 189.5 - 213 USD 26 - 30 |
Both pairs originate and end in Beijing West Railway Station. Subway line 7 and line 9 and many city buses connect this station with the downtown area.
At the other side, all of them are operated in Lanzhou Railway Station, but some of them just stop there for 15 minutes or so. Passengers should prepare in advance to detrain or aboard in time. Since all are overnight sleeper trains as they depart in the afternoon and arrive in the next morning, passengers can save the day time and one-night accommodation fee.
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Questions & Answers on Beijing - Lanzhou Train
Asked by Norris from USA | Sep. 10, 2019 23:27
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ReplyIs Grand Mercure Beijing Dongcheng near Beijing West Station?
Is it easy to get taxi at Beijing West Station around 10pm and how much it approximately costs? Thank you.
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Answered by Tate from NEW ZEALAND | Sep. 12, 2019 04:23
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00ReplyYou can always find taxi service at a railway station, even in mid-night. It should be around 40min though a 12km distance. If at night time, the taxi fare could be higher, maybe around 50RMB. If you do not have too much luggage with you, you can consider metro line 7 from the station to Ciqikou and then change to line 5 to Beixinqiao. The exit D is in walking distance to the hotel. The duration is almost the same as taxi.
Asked by Dolly from FRANCE | Apr. 02, 2019 16:57Reply
ReplyIs there any meal offered on train Z55 to Lanzhou?
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Answered by Henry | Apr. 03, 2019 19:0500Reply
00ReplyThere should be box meal for sale in dinner time, but surely Chinese type of food. During other times, there can be snacks and fruits etc. Chinese passengers like to bring their own food or eat cut noodle. You can have a try as well.
Asked by Justin | Nov. 23, 2018 00:57Reply
ReplyIf I will take the train G427 at 6:20am, how early should I be there for ticket collection?
Will the ticket office work in such early morning?
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Answered by Luana from MEXICO | Nov. 25, 2018 16:3200Reply
00ReplyIt would be better to be there about 1 hour in advance. The office should be in service, or at least a few of counters should be in service. I can see that there are even a ride from Beijing West station at 5:14am. So it should be fine.