The Beijing-Nanchang high-speed trains began operation on September16, 2014. In the beginning, the travel time on a high-speed train wasn't much shorter than on the fastest normal-speed train as the high-speed trains had to detour to cities in Hunan Province.
However, 3 years later, with the completion of the Beijing–Jiujiang high-speed railway(in Chinese: 京九高铁), new high-speed trains began operation on a new route and the travel time shortened from 13 hours to 6 hours.
Ten pairs of high-speed trains operate on the Beijing–Nanchang route and they are all G trains. There are 6 pairs of normal-speed trains in service.
Beijing-Nanchang High-Speed Trains
Beijing to Nanchang High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 27th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G485 | 07:12 | 16:29 | 9h 17m |
| G891 | 08:05 | 14:13 | 6h 8m |
| G893 | 12:00 | 17:53 | 5h 53m |
| G895 | 16:55 | 22:48 | 5h 53m |
| D739 | 18:25 | 06:31 (next day) | 12h 6m |
| D733 | 18:37 | 06:37 (next day) | 12h |
Please note: The trains listed above are only some of the ones in operation. The timetable is just for your reference.
If you want up-to-date schedules, you can use the search tool at the top of this page or search via our China Highlights train ticket service.
Please note: G trains depart from Beijing West Station, while D trains depart from Beijing Fengtai Station.
Nanchang to Beijing High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 27th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G892 | 07:20 | 13:25 | 6h 5m |
| G894 | 11:38 | 17:23 | 5h 45m |
| G483 | 12:10 | 21:56 | 9h 46m |
| G896 | 14:43 | 20:52 | 6h 9m |
| D740 | 17:38 | 06:00 (next day) | 12h 22m |
| D736 | 19:20 | 07:31 (next day) | 12h 11m |
Beijing to Nanchang G High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| US$420 (CNY2,901) | US$203 (CNY1,401) | US$121 (CNY833) |
Beijing to Nanchang D High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| US$84 (CNY580) | US$59 (CNY407) | US$40 (CNY271) |
Beijing–Nanchang Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Beijing Railway Station, Beijing West Railway Station, Nanchang Railway Station, Nanchang West Railway Station
- Duration: 13½–23 hours
- Main stops: Beijing, Zhangjiakou, Datong,Nanchang
Beijing to Nanchang Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 27th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z181 | 03:50 | 17:23 (next day) | 13h 33m |
| T145 | 12:40 | 10:36 (next day) | 21h 55m |
| K571 | 16:00 | 11:12 (next day) | 19h 12m |
| K105 | 23:31 | 15:56 (next day) | 16h 25m |
Please note: The trains listed above are only some of the ones in operation. The timetable is just for your reference.
If you want up-to-date schedules, you can use the search tool at the top of this page or search via our China Highlights train ticket service.
Nanchang to Beijing Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 27th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| T147 | 12:14 | 11:18 (next day) | 23h 4m |
| T168 | 18:57 | 13:05 (next day) | 18h 8m |
| K572 | 19:37 | 14:00 (next day) | 18h 23m |
| K106 | 22:25 | 16:18 (next day) | 17h 53m |
Beijing to Nanchang Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Business Class | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| US$73 (CNY504.5) | US$47 (CNY322.5) | US$28 (CNY189.5) |
Train or Airplane - Which Is Better?
Which one is better depends on why you are traveling.
If you are traveling for business, it is better to take a flight because an airplane is the fastest mode of transportation from Beijing to Nanchang or vice versa. Airfares can be competitive when there are discounts.
If you are traveling as a tourist, it is better to take the high-speed trains because they are fast, punctual, and non-smoking. The ticket prices are reasonable. You can walk around on a train to stretch your legs and enjoy the views from the windowson the way.
It is not recommended to take the normal-speed trains, however, as they take too long and the facilities and environment are not very good.
Please see the detailed information below:
| High-Speed Train | Normal-Speed Train | Airplane | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket Price | US$121 for second class US$203 for first class |
US$47 for a hard sleeper US$73 for a soft sleeper |
US$303 for economy class |
| Duration | 6½–9½ hours | 13½–23 hours | 2½ hours |
| Punctuality | Punctual | Occasionaldelays | Occasional delays |
| Seat Space | More legroom than on an airplane | Spacious | Cramped |
Read about How to Choose Between Train Types and Seat Classes in China.
