China Train Ticket Booking
Currently, 28 pairs of high-speed trains operate between Beijing and Qingdao every day. One pair of normal-speed trains are available from Beijing to Qingdao.
Beijing-Qingdao High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance: 820 kilometers (510 miles)
- Terminals: Beijing South Railway Station, Beijing Railway Station, Qingdao North Railway Station, Qingdao Railway Station
- Duration: about 3–8 hours
- Main stops: Beijing, Dezhou, Jinan, Zibo, Weifang, Gaomi
Beijing-Qingdao High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 27th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G201 | 07:11 | 10:20 | 3h 9m |
| G203 | 08:08 | 11:24 | 3h 16m |
| G1067 | 11:45 | 16:40 | 4h 55m |
| G209 | 15:04 | 18:11 | 3h 7m |
| G213 | 19:45 | 23:05 | 3h 20m |
The timetable above is for your reference only. Check out the Beijing to Qingdao up-to-date schedules.
Qingdao to Beijing High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 27th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G204 | 08:46 | 12:03 | 3h 17m |
| G208 | 12:54 | 16:21 | 3h 27m |
| G210 | 14:19 | 17:45 | 3h 26m |
| G1080 | 16:59 | 22:00 | 5h 1m |
| G214 | 19:26 | 22:25 | 2h 59m |
Beijing-Qingdao High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| US$159 (CNY1,097) | US$81 (CNY559) | US$50 (CNY343) |
Qingdao-Beijing Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Beijing Railway Station and Qingdao Railway Station
- Duration: 3½–7 hours
- Main stops: Beidaihe, Tangshan, Yanjiao
Beijing-Qingdao Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 27th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z349 | 22:50 | 09:48 (next day) | 10h 58m |
The timetable above is for your reference only. Check out the Beijing to Qingdao up-to-date schedules.
Qingdao to Beijing Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 27th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z350 | 13:08 | 03:10 (next day) | 14h 2m |
Qingdao to Beijing Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| US$47 (CNY324) | US$30 (CNY207) | US$18 (CNY119) |
Flights vs High-Speed Train Journeys Between Beijing and Qingdao
Flights are available between Beijing and Qingdao as well. Compared with flights, high-speed trains are a better option.
| Option | Duration | Check-In Time | To and from Stations/Airports by Taxi | Full Ticket Fares | Punctuality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed trains | 3–5 hours | 1 hour in advance | 1½ hours in total | 27 USD for the cheapest second-class seat | Always punctual |
| Flights | 1½ hours | 2 hours in advance | 3 hours in total | 223 USD for an economy seat | Easily affected by the weather |
