Guangzhou-Chongqing Trains

Written by Fabio Updated Mar. 21, 2024

The Guangzhou–Chongqing train route is very popular with our customers who enter China via a port in Guangzhou ready to join a Yangtze cruise tour starting from Chongqing.

Guangzhou-Chongqing High-Speed Trains

Quick Facts

  • Distance: 1,342 kilometers (834 miles)
  • Terminals: Guangzhou South Railway Station, Guangzhou Railway Station, Chongqing West Railway Station
  • Duration: 7-8 hours
  • Main stops: Guangzhou, Guilin, Guiyang, Chongqing

Guangzhou to Chongqing High-Speed Train Schedules

(Updated on March 21st, 2024)

D trains from Guangzhou South Railway Station to Chongqing West Railway Station:

Train Number Dep and Arr Time Stations Duration
G2942 07:42-13:25 Guangzhou South-Chongqing West 5h 43m
G3750 09:08-15:51 Guangzhou South-Chongqing West 6h 43m
D1826 10:27-18:49 Guangzhou South-Chongqing West 8h 22m
G3728 13:17-19:19 Guangzhou South-Chongqing West 6h 2m
G2930 15:24-22:00 Guangzhou South-Chongqing West 6h 36m

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.

Chongqing to Guangzhou High-Speed Train Schedules

(Updated on March 21st, 2024)

D trains from Chongqing West and North Railway Stations to Guangzhou South Railway Station:

Train Number Dep and Arr Time Stations Duration
G319 08:49-14:55 Chongqing West-Guangzhou South 6h 6m
D1835 09:30-17:18 Chongqing West-Guangzhou South 7h 48m
G3749 14:45-21:04 Chongqing West-Guangzhou South 6h 19m
G2943 15:32-21:24 Chongqing North-Guangzhou South 5h 52m
G2941 16:33-22:18 Chongqing North-Guangzhou South 5h 45m

Guangzhou to Chongqing High-Speed Train Ticket Fares

Superior Class First Class Second Class
US$191 (CNY1,370) US$107 (CNY768) US$67 (CNY480)

Guangzhou-Chongqing Normal-Speed Trains

Quick Facts

  • Terminals: Guangzhou Railway Station, Chongqing North Railway Station
  • Duration: 18–31 hours
  • Main stops: Guangzhou, Changsha, Chongqing

Guangzhou to Chongqing Normal-Speed Train Schedules

K trains from Guangzhou Railway Stations to Chongqing North Railway Station:

(Updated on March 21st, 2024)

Train Number Dep and Arr Time Stations Duration
K486 11:45-09:15 (next day) Guangzhou-Chongqing North 21h 30m
K814 12:43-11:54 (next day) Guangzhou North-Chongqing North 23h 11m
K1172 13:08-08:14 (next day) Guangzhou North-Chongqing North 19h 6m
K356 13:21-12:01 (next day) Guangzhou-Chongqing North 22h 40m
K688 16:26-10:51 (next day) Guangzhou-Chongqing North 18h 25m

Chongqing to Guangzhou Normal-Speed Train Schedules

K trains from Chongqing North Railway Station to Guangzhou Railway Stations:

(Updated on March 21st, 2024)

Train Number Dep and Arr Time Stations Duration
K1095 09:40-06:03 (next day) Chongqing North-Guangzhou Baiyun 20h 23m
K687 12:25-07:03 (next day) Chongqing North-Guangzhou North 18h 38m
K485 18:30-16:13  (next day) Chongqing North-Guangzhou North 21h 43m
K775 20:33-13:45 (next day) Chongqing North-Guangzhou North 17h 12m

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.

Guangzhou to Chongqing Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares

Soft Sleeper Hard Sleeper Hard Seat
US$92 (CNY628) US$52 (CNY353) US$30 (CNY206)

Train or Airplane - Which Is Better?

  High-Speed Train Normal-Speed Train Airplane
Ticket Price US$62 for second class
US$99 for first class
US$52 for a hard sleeper
US$92 for a soft sleeper
US$87–190 for economy class
Duration 8-9 hours 18–23 hours 2 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
1. Reasonable ticket prices
2. Save a night's accommodation bill
3. Save more time in the day for sightseeing
4. It is more comfortable and interesting to take a sleeper train
1. The fastest mode of transportation between Guangzhou and Chongqing
2. Airfares can be competitive when there are discounts
Start planning your tailor-made tour with 1-1 help from our travel advisors. Create Your Trip

Sign up to Our Newsletter

Be the first to receive exciting updates, exclusive promotions, and valuable travel tips from our team of experts.

Click to Sign up

Why China Highlights

Customize Your Tour

Customize Your Tour

  • Travel Advisors Rooted in China
  • Instant Response, No More Waits!
  • Direct Connections, Supreme Values
Maximize Your Flexibility

Maximize Your Flexibility

  • Your own personal guide and ride.
  • Explore at your own pace.
  • Unparalleled flexibility, impossible on a group tour.
Ensure Your Satisfaction

Ensure Your Satisfaction

  • The Top 20% nationwide guides at your service.
  • 20% more space on your group's transportation.
  • 24/7 emergency support.
Live Your China Story

Live Your China Story

  • Authentic local culture and lifestyles.
  • Understand the culture by living it.
  • Uncover fascinating histories and witness New China.
China Highlights logo
Trip Advisor rating Rated 5 out of 5 | 98.8% Excellence
China Highlights International
Travel Service Co., LTD
Featured on
China Highlights was featured on these medias.

Address: Building 6, Chuangyi Business Park, 70 Qilidian Road, Guilin, Guangxi, 541004, China