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Guangzhou - Zhangjiajie Train

8 high speed trains run from Guangzhou to Zhangjiajie and 7 operate for return every day, taking about 5.5 - 7 hours. Their first and second class seats cost CNY 775 - 1,029.5 and CNY 486 - 635.5 respectively. For more high speed train choices, passengers can also transfer in Changsha.

About 3 pairs of normal speed trains run between Guangzhou/ Guangzhou North/ Guangzhou Baiyun Railway Station and ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie West Railway Station, taking as long as 12 to 14 hours. A soft sleeper or hard sleeper is recommended, costing around CNY 415.5 - 433.5 and CNY 237.5 - 318.5 respectively. Most normal trains depart at evening and arrive the next morning which save not only your time for day time visiting but also one night hotel cost.

 

Guangzhou - Zhangjiajie High Speed Train

Basic Facts:

 Duration: 5.5 - 7 hours
 Top Speed: 350km/h (217 mph)
 Operated at: Guangzhou/ Guangzhou South/ Guangzhou North Railway Station, Zhangjiajie West Railway Station
 Stations along the way: Shaoguan, Chenzhou West, Hengyang East, Zhuzhou West, Changsha South, Xiangtan North, Shaoshan South, Huaihua South, Fenghuang Gucheng, Furongzhen
 

Guangzhou to Zhangjiajie Bullet Train Timetable

(Last Update on Dec 10, 2024)
Train No.Departure - ArrivalTravel Time
G617407:50 - 13:425h52m
G608009:37 - 14:525h15m
G635910:14 - 17:076h53m
G635810:52 - 17:076h15m
G605011:03 - 16:555h52m
G612212:36 - 18:576h21m
G614014:55 - 21:046h9m
G615215:55 - 22:206h25m
See more Guangzhou Schedule
 (Last Update on Dec 10, 2024)
Train No.Departure - ArrivalTravel Time
G611509:08 - 14:315h23m
G615109:50 - 15:345h44m
G611712:53 - 18:566h3m
G635714:00 - 19:365h36m
G605714:47 - 20:596h12m
G607915:20 - 20:495h29m
G609717:27 - 23:115h44m
See more Zhangjiajie Schedule

Note: The above timetable is for reference only. Please search for the real-time schedule via the search box on page top.
 

Ticket Fare of Guangzhou - Zhangjiajie High Speed Trains

(Last Update on Dec 10, 2024)
Business Class SeatFirst Class SeatSecond Class Seat
CNY 1,558 - 2,048.5
USD 215 - 283
CNY 775 - 1,029.5
USD 107 - 142
CNY 486 - 635.5
USD 67 - 88

 

Guangzhou - Zhangjiajie Normal Speed Train

Guangzhou to Zhangjiajie Train Schedule

(Last Update on Dec 10, 2024)
Train No.Departure - ArrivalTravel Time
K68816:26 - 04:50+12h24m
Z830220:50 - 10:05+13h15m
K109621:50 - 11:13+13h23m

 

Zhangjiajie to Guangzhou Train Timetable

(Last Update on Dec 10, 2024)
Train No.Departure - ArrivalTravel Time
K109516:16 - 06:03+13h47m
Z830417:22 - 06:59+13h37m
K68719:17 - 07:03+11h46m

Note: Timetable is for reference only. Please use the search tool on top of the page for real-time schedule. 
 

Ticket Fare for Guangzhou – Zhangjiajie Train

(Last Update on Dec 10, 2024)
Soft SleeperHard SleeperHard Seat
CNY 415.5 - 433.5
USD 57 - 60
CNY 237.5 - 318.5
USD 33 - 44
CNY 128.5 - 172.5
USD 18 - 24

 

Running Routes

The total running distance is 1,103 kilometers (685 miles) - 1,323 kilometers (822 miles). The major stopovers include Shaoguan East, Chenzhou, Hengyang, Zhuzhou, Changsha, Yiyang, and Changde.
 

Travel Tips

1. Since Zhangjiajie is a popular tourist destination and there are around 10 departures a day, the tickets may be under great demands. Travelers are recommended to book the ticket as early as possible.

2. If the tickets for needed ride have been sold out, travelers may have a transfer in Changsha to continue their travel. There are around 130 high speed trains and 30 normal ones running between Guangzhou and Changsha. By transferring in Changsha with high speed trains, the total duration can be about 6 hours.
 

Guangzhou – Zhangjiajie Train vs. Flight

Flight service is another frequently used transfer for this trip which takes only about 1.5 - 2 hours. For travelers who are tight in time, it is surely the first choice. However, the ticket price is much higher than rail service. The flight ticket fare could be around CNY500 to CNY1,100 at different seasons based on the discount given by airlines.

See also: Guangzhou to Zhangjiajie: 4 Ways to Travel
 
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- Last updated on Dec. 11, 2024 by Grace Yang -