Three pairs of high-speed trains operate between Tianjin and Chengdu, taking about 10 hours for a single journey. Three pairs of normal-speed trains also run between the cities daily, with a running time of about 29-39 hours.
Tianjin-Chengdu High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance: about 1,890 kilometers (1,174 miles)
- Terminals: Tianjin Railway Station, Tianjin West Railway Station, Chengdu East Railway Station
- Duration: about 10 hours
- Main stops: Shijiazhuang, Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi'an, Guangyuan
Tianjin to Chengdu High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 22nd, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1704 | 08:58 | 19:36 | 10h 38m |
| G1701 | 09:09 | 19:36 | 10h 27m |
| G1281 | 11:39 | 21:51 | 10h 12m |
The timetable above is for your reference only. Check out the Tianjin to Chengdu up-to-date schedules.
Chengdu to Tianjin High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 22nd, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1282 | 07:35 | 17:43 | 10h 8m |
| G1702 | 09:12 | 19:16 | 10h 4m |
Tianjin to Chengdu High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| US$357 (CNY2,505.5) | US$185 (CNY1,296) | US$116 (CNY811) |
Tianjin-Chengdu Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Tianjin Railway Station, Chengdu Railway Station
- Duration: 29-39 hours
- Main stops: Shijiazhuang, Dezhou, Zhengzhou, Taiyuan, Xi'an, Guangyuan
Tianjin to Chengdu Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 22nd, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K388 | 02:47 | 08:19 (next day) | 29h 32m |
| K548 | 12:04 | 22:51 (next day) | 34h 47m |
| K257 | 16:22 | 04:56 (next two days) | 36h 34m |
The timetable above is for your reference only. Check out the Tianjin to Chengdu up-to-date schedules.
Chengdu to Tianjin Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 22nd, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K546 | 06:23 | 17:29 (next day) | 35h 6m |
| K386 | 12:56 | 18:14 (next day) | 29h 18m |
| K258 | 14:27 | 05:50 (next two days) | 39h 23m |
Tianjin to Chengdu Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| US$93 (CNY654) | US$59 (CNY414) | US$35 (CNY243) |
Tianjin-Chengdu Trains vs Flights
It is a very long journey between Tianjin and Chengdu by train, even when traveling on a high-speed train. The fast trains between the cities travel from Southwest China to North China.
The trains stop at many famous cities, such as Xi'an, Huashan, Luoyang, and Zhengzhou. Therefore, you can purchase tickets from Tianjin and Xi'an, stay for one or two days to see the different scenery, and then continue your trip from Xi'an to Chengdu along the way.
Direct flights are available between Chengdu and Tianjin daily. A single trip takes about 3 hours. The full fare for an economy class seat is more than 2,300 CNY during the peak season. However, the airlines sometimes offer very competitive discounts.
An economy class seat may be as low as 350 CNY while a second-class seat on a high-speed train is 783 CNY. If an airfare discount is available, taking a flight will be the best choice.
