Guangzhou - Changsha Train
About 170 pairs of trains are shuttling between Guangzhou and Changsha. Among them, around 125 pairs are bullet trains from Guangzhou to Changsha and vice versa, running with duration of 2.5 – 3.5 hours; and the other around 45 pairs are normal types taking about 7.5 – 9.5 hours.
Aside from the rail travel, flight is also available. There are about 5 pairs of direct flights in service between the two cities, with travel time of only 1.5 hours or so. But the airports are a little far from the downtown area. If counting in the transfer time to/from airports, the total flight travel time may be more than 3 hours, the same as high speed rail travel time. Also, flight ticket usually costs more than railway ticket and flight schedule is not as dense as rail schedule.
Two types of them are operated between Guangzhou South Railway Station/Guangzhou North Railway Station and Changsha South Railway Station currently: G type and D type. Running at its top speed of 186 mi/h (300 km/h), G ones run for a distance of 439 miles (707 km) with duration of 2h17m -3h2m. D ones run at the highest speed of 155 mi/h (250 km/h) for a length of 503/511 miles (809/823 km) and with journey time of 2h47m; they are only available every Friday to next Monday from Guangzhou to Changsha.
(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
Around 125 departures in total: departure time from 06:03 to 21:00; duration from 2H17M to 3H29M.
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Around 125 departures in total: departure time from 07:00 to 21:10; duration from 2H19M to 3H4M.
See more Changsha Schedule
Notes:
1. Timetable here is for reference only. For the most up-to-date schedule, you can search for it by the tool on the page top.
2. D924, D910, D904, D928 are only available every Friday to next Monday.
(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
Please note that some of them just stop in the two stations for several minutes, so you should listen to the broadcast notices carefully, prepare the luggage in advance and move quickly when it arrives to make sure that you can get off or onboard in time.
Aside from the above-mentioned stations, they also pass by the following important stations:
Guangzhou North, Qingyuan, Shaoguan, Yingde West, Chenzhou West, Leiyang East, Hengyang East, Zhuzhou West, and Hengshan West
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Over 50 departures in total: departure time from 00:45 to 23:12; duration from 7H20M to 9H2M.
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Over 40 departures in total: departure time from 00:06 to 23:46; duration from 7H21M to 9H36M.
Note: Timetable here is for reference only. For the most up-to-date schedule, you can search for it by the tool on the page top.
(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
Stations: Guangzhou North, Yingde, Yuantan, Shaoguan East, Pingshi, Lechang, Chenzhou, Leiyang, Hengyang, Hengshan, Zhuzhou
Most of them are operated at Guangzhou Railway Station and a few at East Railway Station. East Station operates fewer trains, but there are many departures/arrivals to/from Shenzhen; you can arrive at the East Station by subway line 1 or line 3 and city buses. Guangzhou Railway Station can be reached by subway line 2 and line 5, and many city buses; if you arrive at this station, it's easy to get to other places or attraction sites. In the other side, all of them are operated at Changsha Railway Station.
Among the normal types, there are some overnight sleeper trains. If you travel by any of them, one-night accommodation fee and day time will be saved. It is the top choice for budget travelers.
See also: Guangzhou to Changsha: Best Ways to Travel
Major Rail Lines from Guangzhou to: Major Rail Lines from Changsha to:
Aside from the rail travel, flight is also available. There are about 5 pairs of direct flights in service between the two cities, with travel time of only 1.5 hours or so. But the airports are a little far from the downtown area. If counting in the transfer time to/from airports, the total flight travel time may be more than 3 hours, the same as high speed rail travel time. Also, flight ticket usually costs more than railway ticket and flight schedule is not as dense as rail schedule.
High Speed Train
Guangzhou to Changsha High Speed Train Schedule
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G1748 | 07:22 - 09:59 | 2h37m |
| G1004 | 09:17 - 11:50 | 2h33m |
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Changsha to Guangzhou Bullet Train Timetable
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G6013 | 07:27 - 10:12 | 2h45m |
| G77 | 13:31 - 16:00 | 2h29m |
| G79 | 15:20 - 17:38 | 2h18m |
| G6025 | 20:45 - 23:24 | 2h39m |
See more Changsha Schedule
Notes:
1. Timetable here is for reference only. For the most up-to-date schedule, you can search for it by the tool on the page top.
2. D924, D910, D904, D928 are only available every Friday to next Monday.
Ticket Fare of Guangzhou - Changsha High Speed Train
| Business Class Seat | VIP Class Seat | First Class Seat | Second Class Seat | New Soft Sleeper | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G trains | CNY 934 - 995 USD 137 - 146 | CNY 600 USD 88 | CNY 474 - 504 USD 70 - 74 | CNY 294 - 314 USD 43 - 46 | --- |
| D trains | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
Aside from the above-mentioned stations, they also pass by the following important stations:
Guangzhou North, Qingyuan, Shaoguan, Yingde West, Chenzhou West, Leiyang East, Hengyang East, Zhuzhou West, and Hengshan West
Normal Trains
Guangzhou to Changsha Train Schedule
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Z230 | 10:55 - 18:35 | 7h40m |
| Z169 | 21:59 - 06:44+ | 8h45m |
| K9218 | 23:31 - 07:12+ | 7h41m |
Changsha to Guangzhou Train Timetable
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Z229 | 10:08 - 17:35 | 7h27m |
| Z263 | 12:25 - 21:01 | 8h36m |
| Z137 | 13:21 - 22:18 | 8h57m |
| T95 | 22:37 - 05:39+ | 7h2m |
Note: Timetable here is for reference only. For the most up-to-date schedule, you can search for it by the tool on the page top.
Ticket Price of Guangzhou - Changsha Train
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| CNY 263 - 353 USD 39 - 52 | CNY 174 - 196 USD 26 - 29 | CNY 93 - 105 USD 14 - 15 |
Stations: Guangzhou North, Yingde, Yuantan, Shaoguan East, Pingshi, Lechang, Chenzhou, Leiyang, Hengyang, Hengshan, ZhuzhouMost of them are operated at Guangzhou Railway Station and a few at East Railway Station. East Station operates fewer trains, but there are many departures/arrivals to/from Shenzhen; you can arrive at the East Station by subway line 1 or line 3 and city buses. Guangzhou Railway Station can be reached by subway line 2 and line 5, and many city buses; if you arrive at this station, it's easy to get to other places or attraction sites. In the other side, all of them are operated at Changsha Railway Station.
Among the normal types, there are some overnight sleeper trains. If you travel by any of them, one-night accommodation fee and day time will be saved. It is the top choice for budget travelers.
See also: Guangzhou to Changsha: Best Ways to TravelMajor Rail Lines from Guangzhou to: Major Rail Lines from Changsha to:
- Last updated on Apr. 25, 2023 -
Questions & Answers on Guangzhou - Changsha Train
Asked by Steven Hernandez from USA | Oct. 28, 2019 20:57
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ReplyIs there a place to charge phones on these trains?
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Answered by Janet | Oct. 29, 2019 03:12
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00ReplyOn most high speed trains, there is plug under the seat can be used. For sleeper trains, sometimes you can find one under table in the passage, for sleeper carriage only.
Asked by Julius from AUSTRALIA | Oct. 11, 2019 18:52Reply
ReplyIs there direct train from Guangzhou to Changsha?
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Answered by Redding | Oct. 13, 2019 17:2500Reply
00ReplyAll these rides listed are direct rides. You do not need to transfer on the way. If you can get schedule on this website by departure and arrival city, all the rides listed are direct rides. If you mean "non-stop", you can consider G86, G96, G80 or G66. They runs to Changsha South without any other stops along the way.
Asked by Terrance from USA | Apr. 22, 2019 03:39Reply
ReplyHi, can you help me? I left my sunglasses on the train
I took the train on G1110 on April 19 from Guangzhou South to Changsha South. I probably left my sunglasses on the train. It could be at the front pocket. How can I contact the station? Thank you.
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Answered by TravelChinaGuide | Apr. 22, 2019 17:0900Reply
00ReplyThank you for your inquiry.
Did you booked the tickets with us? If yes, would you please inform us your tracking number by email and also inform us more details about your sunglasses, for example, brand and color etc. With your ticket information, we will try to contact the railway company to see if they have found it or not. If you bought the ticket by yourself, you can try to go to Guangzhou South Station directly for inquiry.
Did you booked the tickets with us? If yes, would you please inform us your tracking number by email and also inform us more details about your sunglasses, for example, brand and color etc. With your ticket information, we will try to contact the railway company to see if they have found it or not. If you bought the ticket by yourself, you can try to go to Guangzhou South Station directly for inquiry.
Asked by Opal from UNITED KINGDOM | Sep. 18, 2018 13:18Reply
ReplyPets on train
Can you take pets on the train from Guangzhou to Changsha? And does it cost extra?
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Answered by Warren from MALAYSIA | Sep. 18, 2018 18:0300Reply
00ReplyPet is not allowed. If you want to go by rail, you can only choose a slow ride and arrange the pet by consignment service. You need to be on the same ride and prepare the health document for the pet in advance. The detailed cost is not clear, only known at the station consignment office.