China Train Ticket Booking
Three pairs of normal-speed trains operate between Beijing and Xining every day. High-speed trains are currently unavailable on this route. If you would like to shorten the journey duration, you can consider transferring in Xi’an to a high-speed train or you can consider taking a flight.
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Beijing West Railway Station, Xining Railway Station
- Duration: 19–24 hours
- Main stops: Baoding, Shijiazhuang, Lanzhou
Beijing to Xining Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 1st, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| T175 | 13:05 | 10:38 (next day) | 21h 33m |
| Z151 | 15:59 | 14:25 (next day) | 22h 26m |
| Z21 | 19:55 | 14:55 (next day) | 19h |
- Please note: 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.
Xining to Beijing Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 1st, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| T176 | 12:10 | 09:37 (next day) | 21h 27m |
| Z22 | 13:50 | 08:28 (next day) | 18h 38m |
Beijing to Xining Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| US$81 (CNY556) | US$52 (CNY353) | US$30 (CNY206) |
Travel Tip
You can also consider taking a flight. Over 10 pairs of flights operate between Beijing and Xining every day and the journey duration is about 2½ hours. The full airfare is about 2,250 CNY (322 USD).
However, you can check to see if there are any discounts in advance. Sometimes, you can find very good discounts, such as 20% off in May 2023.
