Guangzhou-Taiyuan Trains

Only two pairs of normal-speed trains operate between Guangzhou and Taiyuan each day. High-speed trains are currently unavailable. Please be aware that the journey duration on a normal-speed train is 32½–37 hours, which is quite a long time.

Quick Facts

• Distance: 2,480 kilometers (1,541 miles)
• Terminals: Guangzhou Railway Station / Guangzhou East Railway Station, Taiyuan Railway Station
• Duration: 32½–37 hours
• Main stops: Huizhou, Shijiazhuang

Guangzhou to Taiyuan Normal-Speed Train Schedules

(Updated on April 8, 2020)

• Please note: The timetable is just for your reference.
• “+1” means you will arrive on the second day.
• “+2” means you will arrive on the third day.
• 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.

Taiyuan to Guangzhou Normal-Speed Train Schedules

(Updated on April 8, 2020)

Guangzhou to Taiyuan Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares

Travel Tips

Considering the long journey duration on a normal-speed train, you can take a high-speed train from Guangzhou to Xi’an and then take a high-speed train from Xi’an to Taiyuan.

You can also consider taking a flight. There are six pairs of flights between Guangzhou and Taiyuan every day and the journey duration is about 3 hours. The full airfare is about 1,670 CNY.

However, you can check to see if there are any discounts in advance. Sometimes, you can find very good discounts, such as 60% off in April 2020.