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The trains operating from Chengdu to Shenzhen link the west to the south of China. The route is about 1,710 kilometers (1,063 miles) long.
There are normal-speed direct trains running between Chengdu and Shenzhen but, so far, there are no direct high-speed trains available. The best route to travel by high-speed train from Chengdu to Shenzhen or vice versa is to transfer at Guangzhou South Railway Station.
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Chengdu Railway Station, Shenzhen Railway Station
- Duration: 33–38 hours
- Main stops: Chengdu, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen
Chengdu to Shenzhen Train Schedules
(Updated on March 9, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K588 | 16:20 | 07:10 + 2 days | 38 h 50 min |
| Z334 | 19:25 | 06:02 + 2 days | 34 h 37 min |
- 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 on China Highlights train ticket service.
Shenzhen to Chengdu Train Schedules
(Updated on March 9, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival> | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K586 | 08:50 | 23:04 + 1 day | 38 h 14 min |
| Z332 | 14:30 | 23:27 + 1 day | 32 h 57 min |
Chengdu to Shenzhen Normal-Speed Train Ticket Prices
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| ¥924.5 ($134) | ¥586.5 ($85) | ¥310.5 $45) |
Chengdu–Shenzhen High-Speed Trains with a Transfer in Guangzhou
Quick Facts
- Distance: 1,710 kilometers (1,063 miles)
- Terminals: Chengdu East Railway Station, Guangzhou South Railway Station, Shenzhen North Railway Station
- Duration: 10 hours
- Main stops: Chengdu, Guiyang, Guilin, Guangzhou, Shenzhen
Chengdu to Shenzhen High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on March 9, 2020)
Connection trains from Chengdu East to Guangzhou South to Shenzhen North:
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train 1 D1801 | 08:15 | 16:32 |
|
9 h 35 min | ||
| 47 min in Guangzhou South Railway Station | Train 2 G6001 | 17:19 | 17:50 | |||
| Train 1 D1753 | 10:55 | 19:55 |
|
10 h 39 min |
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| 1 h 10 min in Guangzhou South Railway Station | Train 2 G6205 | 21:05 | 21:34 | |||
- 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.
Shenzhen to Chengdu High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on March 9, 2020)
Connection trains from Shenzhen North to Guangzhou South to Chengdu East:
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train 1 G6208 | 09:19 | 09:56 |
|
10 h 12 min |
||
| 47 min in Guangzhou South Railway Station | Train 2 D1756 | 10:43 | 19:31 | |||
| Train 1 G554 | 13:27 | 14:04 |
|
9 h 41 min |
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| 1 h 24 min in Guangzhou South Railway Station | Train 2 D1752 | 15:28 | 23:08 | |||
Chengdu–Guangzhou–Shenzhen High-Speed Train Ticket Prices
| From Chengdu East to Guangzhou South: | |
|---|---|
| First Class | Second Class |
| ¥987 ($143) | ¥614 ($89) |
| From Guangzhou South to Shenzhen North: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
| ¥269 ($39) | ¥99.5 ($15) | ¥75 ($11) |
If traveling by second class on both trains, the ticket cost is 100 USD per person in total.
Train or Airplane - Which Is Better?
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|
High-Speed Train | Normal-Speed Train | Airplane |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket Price | US$100 for second class US$158 for first class |
US$134 for a hard sleeper US$85 for a soft sleeper |
US$265–321 for economy class |
| Duration | 9–10 hours | 33–38 hours | 2½ hours |
| Punctuality | Punctual | Occasional delays | Occasional delays |
| Seat Space | More legroom than on an airplane | Spacious | Cramped |
| Pros | 1. Reasonable ticket prices 2. High-speed trains are fast and punctual 3. You can walk around on the train to stretch your legs 4. Enjoy the views from the windows on the way |
1. Reasonable ticket prices 2. Save a night's accommodation bill 3. Save more time during the day for sightseeing 4. It is more comfortable and interesting to take a sleeper train 5. Enjoy the views from the windows on the way |
1. The fastest mode of transportation between Chengdu and Shenzhen 2. Airfares can be competitive when there are discounts |
