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 April 12th, 2023)
D trains from Guangzhou South Railway Station to Chongqing West Railway Station:
Train Number | Dep and Arr Time | Stations | Duration |
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D2812 | 07:48-16:25 | Guangzhou South-Chongqing West | 8h 37m |
D1882 | 09:05-17:58 | Guangzhou South-Chongqing West | 8h 53m |
D1874 | 10:46-20:26 | Guangzhou South-Chongqing West | 9h 40m |
D1834 | 12:05-20:52 | Guangzhou South-Chongqing West | 8h 47m |
D1872 | 14:06-22:25 | Guangzhou South-Chongqing West | 8h 19m |
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 April 12th, 2023)
D trains from Chongqing West and North Railway Stations to Guangzhou South Railway Station:
Train Number | Dep and Arr Time | Stations | Duration |
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G319 | 07:11-14:59 | Chongqing West-Guangzhou South | 7h 48m |
D1865 | 08:55-17:57 | Chongqing West-Guangzhou South | 9h 2m |
D1877 | 11:37-20:01 | Chongqing West-Guangzhou South | 8h 24m |
D1881 | 12:40-21:49 | Chongqing North-Guangzhou South | 9h 9m |
D1833 | 14:32-23:31 | Chongqing North-Guangzhou South | 8h 59m |
Guangzhou to Chongqing High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
Superior Class | First Class | Second Class |
---|---|---|
US$114 (CNY783) | US$99 (CNY677) | US$62 (CNY423) |
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 April 12th, 2023)
Train Number | Dep and Arr Time | Stations | Duration |
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K811 | 12:02-12:00 (next day) | Guangzhou-Chongqing North | 23h 58m |
K1172 | 13:31-08:12 (next day) | Guangzhou North-Chongqing North | 18h 45m |
K688 | 16:29-11:08 (next day) | Guangzhou North-Chongqing North | 18h 39m |
K203 | 21:03-19:44 (next day) | Guangzhou-Chongqing North | 22h 41m |
K1097 | 21:40-18:38 (next day) | Guangzhou-Chongqing North | 20h 58m |
Chongqing to Guangzhou Normal-Speed Train Schedules
K trains from Chongqing North Railway Station to Guangzhou Railway Stations:
(Updated on April 12th, 2023)
Train Number | Dep and Arr Time | Stations | Duration |
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K1095 | 09:15-05:24 (next day) | Chongqing North-Guangzhou | 20h 9m |
K687 | 12:25-07:10 (next day) | Chongqing North-Guangzhou North | 18h 45m |
K485 | 18:30-17:00 (next day) | Chongqing North-Guangzhou North | 22h 30m |
K775 | 20:25-13:47 (next day) | Chongqing North-Guangzhou North | 17h 22m |
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 |