Chongqing - Urumqi Train

Up to now, only one pair of normal speed trains are operated between Chongqing West Railway Station and Urumqi Railway Station; this long-distance journey takes around 31 hours.

Passengers need to pay CNY 506.5 for a hard sleeper ticket. If you want to have a more comfortable experience, CNY 780.5 is needed to book a soft sleeper ticket. There is no high speed train running between the two cities at the moment.(Last Update on Jan 3, 2025)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
T379	08:36 - 15:45+	31h9m

See more Chongqing Schedule  
 (Last Update on Jan 3, 2025)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
T380	12:26 - 19:16+	30h50m

See more Urumqi Schedule

Notes:
1. “+” means you will arrive in the second day.
2.  The above timetable is only for reference. Please search for the real-time schedule via the search box on page top.
 (Last Update on Jan 3, 2025)

Soft Sleeper	Hard Sleeper	Hard Seat
CNY 780.5 USD 108	CNY 506.5 USD 70	CNY 278.5 USD 38

This pair of overnight sleeper trains run for around 2,800 kilometers (1,700 miles). The major stations along the way include Wusheng, Nanchong North, Nanbu, Langzhong, Cangxi, Guangyuan, Longnan, Hadapu, Minxian, Weiyuan, Lanzhou, Xining, Jiayuguan South, Liuyuan South, Hami, Turpan North.1. In order to ensure a smooth trip, you are advised to book the tickets, especially tickets for hard and soft sleepers, as early as you can in case they are sold out once released.
2. Because of the different geographic locations, the climate is also quite different between the two cities. The temperature in Urumqi is much lower than that in Chongqing. To prepare enough clothes for warmth is very necessary. In addition, it is much drier in Urumqi so don’t forget moisturizers.
3. Since it is a long journey, you can prepare some snacks, fruits on your own in advance. Albeit dining car on the train is available, the food is not so delicious and costs more.Since only one pair of normal speed trains are serving passengers between Chongqing and Urumqi, it is recommended to take a fight to cover this long journey. The travel time can be much shorter than the trains but the ticket fares will be a little bit higher. Generally, more than 7 pairs of flights are operated between the two cities and it takes about 4 hours for a single trip. The ticket of an economy class seat costs around CNY 600 to CNY 1,600 per person according to different periods.

Major Rail Lines from Chongqing to:

Major Rail Lines from Urumqi to: