Only four pairs of high-speed trains and one pair of normal-speed trains operate between Taiyuan and Zhengzhou. The journey duration when taking a high-speed train between the cities is only about 4 hours. If your budget is limited, you can consider taking a normal-speed train.
Taiyuan–Zhengzhou High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance: 617 kilometers (383 miles)
- Terminals: Taiyuan South Railway Station, Zhengzhou East Railway Station
- Duration: 3½–4 hours
- Main stops: Shijiazhuang, Handan
Taiyuan to Zhengzhou High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 10, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1958 | 08:49 | 12:27 | 3 h 38 min |
| G698 | 10:46 | 14:36 | 3 h 50 min |
| G1954 | 12:26 | 16:14 | 3 h 48 min |
| G688 | 17:38 | 21:23 | 3 h 45 min |
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.
Zhengzhou to Taiyuan High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 10, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G692 | 12:20 | 16:04 | 3 h 44 min |
| G1952 | 13:22 | 17:26 | 4 h 4 min |
| G696 | 14:12 | 17:55 | 3 h 43 min |
| G1956 | 17:48 | 21:35 | 3 h 47 min |
Taiyuan to Zhengzhou High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| ¥812 ($117) | ¥417.5 ($60) | ¥260.5 ($38) |
Taiyuan–Zhengzhou Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Taiyuan Railway Station, Zhengzhou Railway Station
- Duration: 11½ hours
- Main stop: Jiaozuo
Taiyuan to Zhengzhou Normal-Speed Train Schedule
(Updated on April 10, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1551 | 18:57 | 06:12+1 | 11 h 15 min |
- Please note: The timetable is just for your reference.
- “+1” means you will arrive on the second 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.
Zhengzhou to Taiyuan Normal-Speed Train Schedule
(Updated on April 10, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1552 | 00:02 | 11:23 | 11 h 21 min |
Taiyuan to Zhengzhou Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| ¥205 ($33) | ¥130 ($21) | ¥69 ($10) |
Travel Tip
There are no direct flights between Taiyuan and Zhengzhou. If you have been unable to travel on one of the trains listed above, you can consider transferring in Shijiazhuang. Many trains run from Taiyuan to Shijiazhuang and from Shijiazhuang to Zhengzhou.
Station Information
It is about 12 kilometers (7 miles) from Taiyuan South Railway Station to the downtown area. The following public buses operate to the station: 51, 501, 502, 807, 824, 849, 861, and 868.
It is about 16 kilometers (10 miles) from Zhengzhou East Railway Station to the downtown area. Use the following public transportation to get to the station:
- Buses: B2, B5, B25, B38, B501, 14, 47, 60, 75, 85, 114, 129, 162, 165, 231, 262, 319, 573, 916, Y5, Y9, and Y13
- Metro lines: 1, 5, and 8
