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Beijing - Pingyao High Speed Train

About 3 pairs of high speed trains are running between Beijing and Pingyao daily, with the travel time about 4 hours. A single ride on a second class seat costs CNY 226 (USD 32).

Apart from that, two pairs of normal speed trains run overnight between Beijing Fengtai Railway Station and Pingyao Railway Station with a duration of 10 - 11.5 hours and a soft sleeper of CNY 243-263 (USD 35-38).

Facts

Length: 606 kilometers (377 miles)
Speed: 255 mph (250 km/h)
Duration: about 3.5 - 4 hours
Stations: Beijing Fengtai, Baoding East, Shijiazhuang, Yangquan North, Taiyuan South, Jinzhong, Taigu West, Pingyao Ancient City

Beijing to Pingyao High Speed Train Schedule

(Last Update on Oct 16, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G623	08:13 - 11:59	3h46m
G625	10:38 - 14:25	3h47m
G627	14:29 - 18:08	3h39m

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Pingyao to Beijing Bullet Train Schedule

(Last Update on Oct 16, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G622	10:15 - 14:06	3h51m
G624	13:41 - 17:46	4h5m
G628	19:01 - 22:59	3h58m

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Note: Timetable is for reference only. You can use the tool on the top of thise page for real-time schedule.

Ticket Price of Beijing - Pingyao High Speed Train

(Last Update on Oct 16, 2024)

Business Class Seat	First Class Seat	Second Class Seat
CNY 737 / USD 105	CNY 362 / USD 52	CNY 226 / USD 32

Transportation to / from the Railway Stations

Getting Onboard

Beijing Fengtai Railway Station:
By Subway: Line 10 and Line 16
By Bus: 310, 349, 351, 459, 477, 627, 678, 839, 845; Daxing Airport Shuttle Bus Line7; Special Lines 4, 149; Night Bus Line 16

Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station:
By Bus: 108

Running Routes

Beijing Fengtai - Shijiazhuang: This section is running along Beijing-Shijiazhuang High Speed Railway, which was put into use on 26th December, 2012 and it makes the journey between the two cities cut down to 1 - 2.5 hours or so.

Shijiazhuang - Taiyuan: This section shares the railway track with Shijiazhuang-Taiyuan High Speed Rail Line which was operated since 1st April, 2009. The travel time along this section is about 1.5 - 2.5 hours.

Taiyuan - Pingyao: As a part of Datong - Pingyao - Xi'an High Speed Railway, this section has been in service since 1st July, 2014. Since then, the travel between the two cities is very convenient and duration is around 31 – 55 minutes.

Pingyao Ancient City

What to See along the Way

Traveling by Beijing to Pingyao bullet train, passengers will not only have a taste of the prosperous metropolis life in China's capital but also experience and encounter with the local customs and practices in an ancient Chinese city. Both the distinctive traditional Chinese architectures and the modern ones will leave a deep impression on passengers.

Famous Attractions in Major Cities along the Way:

In Beijing: Forbidden City, Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square…

In Taiyuan: Jinci Temple, Twin Pagoda Temple

In Pingyao: City Wall, Ancient Ming-Qing Street, Rishengchang Exchange Shop, Temple of the City God, Wang's Compound, Qiao's Compound

See more: Pingyao to Beijing Train

Major Rail Lines from Beijing to:

Major Rail Lines from Pingyao to:

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- Last updated on Oct. 21, 2024 by Grace Yang -

Questions & Answers on Beijing - Pingyao High Speed Train

Asked by Felix Moser from SWITZERLAND | Jun. 06, 2024 02:35

Difference between second class and first class

I intend to book the train G625 later this year. I am wondering what the difference is between second class and first class

Answers (1)

Answered by Joshua | Jun. 06, 2024 20:00

The first class seat is wider, the distance between two rows is bigger and each row has two chairs on either side of the aisle.
You can see this page for photos: https://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/high-speed/seats.htm

Asked by Jameson from AUSTRALIA | Apr. 14, 2020 19:44

Does Pingyao ancient city open for visit now?

Should I book ticket online as I heard many sites ask for online reservation now? I am living in China.

Answers (1)

Answered by Lacy from SINGAPORE | Apr. 15, 2020 17:47

It opens to tourist now. I also heard people need to make online reservation first but seems only option for Chinese people. I was told online passport holders can do it on spot.

Asked by Gary | Aug. 15, 2019 01:58

Hi, is there any one knows how many first class seats on train G627?

Answers (1)

Answered by Sawyer from AUSTRALIA | Aug. 15, 2019 18:08

I am not sure usually how many seats can be offered to this Pingyao trip, but if you mean in total, it should be nearly 160 first class seats.

Asked by Karel Sala from CANADA | Aug. 04, 2019 15:18

How reliable is the time schedule for high speed train from Pingyao to Beijing?

Is it OK to rely on this train to come on time the same day to catch a plane to Europe?

Answers (1)

Answered by Abby | Aug. 04, 2019 17:49

Usually it is fine for a short trip like this. However, it is still safer if you prepare some extra time like 1 hour for any unpredictable delay.

Asked by Yael from USA | May. 03, 2019 01:06

What is the speed of the G train?

Answers (1)

Answered by Kelly from MALAYSIA | May. 04, 2019 23:43

This depends on the rail line. Usually the top speed is 300km/h, but for this route to Pingyao, maybe 250km/h.