Currently, four pairs of high-speed trains and six pairs of normal-speed trains operate between Tianjin and Taiyuan. The journey duration for taking a high-speed train is only about 3 hours while it takes two or three times longer to take a normal-speed train.
Tianjin-Taiyuan High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance: 530 kilometers (329 miles)
- Terminals: Tianjin West Railway Station, Taiyuan South Railway Station
- Duration: 3-3½ hours
- Main stop: Shijiazhuang
Tianjin to Taiyuan High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 24th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G2609 | 10:39 | 13:57 | 3h 18m |
| G2608 | 15:45 | 19:16 | 3h 31m |
| G2605 | 15:56 | 19:16 | 3h 20m |
| G2601 | 19:47 | 22:41 | 2h 54m |
- 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.
Taiyuan to Tianjin High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 24th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G2602 | 07:44 | 11:00 | 3h 16m |
| G2606 | 08:15 | 11:51 | 3h 36m |
| G2610 | 14:50 | 18:20 | 3h 30m |
Tianjin to Taiyuan High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| US$94 (CNY658.5) | US$49 (CNY345) | US$31 (CNY213.5) |
Tianjin-Taiyuan Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Tianjin Railway Station, Taiyuan Railway Station
- Duration: 7½-10 hours
- Main stop: Shijiazhuang
Tianjin to Taiyuan Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 24th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z194 | 00:49 | 07:13 | 6h 24m |
| K548 | 12:04 | 20:43 | 8h 39m |
| K213 | 14:33 | 23:12 | 8h 39m |
| K865 | 22:57 | 07:21 (next day) | 8h 24m |
- 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.
Taiyuan to Tianjin Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 24th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K546 | 09:38 | 17:29 | 7h 51m |
| K978 | 10:39 | 19:41 | 9h 2m |
| K1574 | 11:25 | 19:09 | 7h 44m |
| Z192 | 20:58 | 03:25 (next day) | 6h 27m |
Tianjin to Taiyuan Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| US$34 (CNY233) | US$22 (CNY152) | US$13 (CNY86) |
Travel Tip
There are also direct flights from Tianjin to Taiyuan. One pair of flights operates daily in the peak or shoulder season. In the low season, they are not available every day.
The airfare is about 990 CNY for a single trip. You can check to see if there are any discounts available in advance.
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.
