The Wuhan–Lanzhou train route links the two capitals of Hubei and Gansu provinces. Nine pairs of trains operate on this route daily, three pairs of which are high-speed trains.
Wuhan–Lanzhou High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance: 1,397 kilometers (868 miles)
- Duration: 6½–8 hours
- Terminals: Wuhan Railway Station, Lanzhou West Railway Station
- Main stops: Wuhan, Zhengzhou, Xi’an, Lanzhou
Wuhan to Lanzhou High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 4, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G640 | 10:26 | 18:18 | 7 h 52 min |
| G96 | 12:36 | 19:19 | 6 h 43 min |
| G844 | 16:51 | 23:50 | 6 h 59 min |
Please note: The timetable above is only for your reference. If you want up-to-date schedules, please use the search tool at the top of this page or search via our China Highlight train ticket service.
Lanzhou to Wuhan High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 4, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G866 | 07:19 | 15:32 | 8 h 13 min |
| G642 | 08:48 | 16:23 | 7 h 35 min |
| G846 | 10:33 | 18:35 | 8 h 2 min |
Wuhan to Lanzhou High-Speed Train Ticket Prices
| Business Class | Superior Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¥2,035 ($290) | ¥1,225.5 ($175) | ¥1,048 ($150) | ¥654 ($94) |
Wuhan–Lanzhou Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Duration: 17–25 hours
- Terminals: Wuchang Railway Station, Lanzhou Railway Station
- Main stops: Wuhan, Xi’an, Zhengzhou, Lanzhou
Wuhan to Lanzhou Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 4, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z126 | 16:30 | 11:30+1 | 19 h |
| T306 | 29:08 | 15:30+1 | 20 h 22 min |
| Z138 | 20:16 | 15:03+1 | 18 h 47 min |
| Z264 | 22:54 | 16:26+1 | 17 h 32 min |
- Please note: The timetable above is only for your reference.
- “+1” means you will arrive on the second day.
- If you want up-to-date schedules, please use the search tool at the top of this page or search via our China Highlights train ticket service.
Lanzhou to Wuhan Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 4, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z232 | 11:09 | 06:02+1 | 18 h 52 min |
| T308 | 12:50 | 09:23+1 | 20 h 33 min |
| Z128 | 15:19 | 11:51+1 | 20 h 32 min |
| K228 | 21:36 | 22:38+1 | 25 h 2 min |
Wuhan to Lanzhou Normal-Speed Train Ticket Prices
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| ¥553–581 ($79–83) | ¥357–371 ($51–53) | ¥189.5–201 ($27–29) |
Train or Airplane - Which Is Better?
Which one is better depends on the reason you are traveling.
If you are traveling for business, an airplane is better because it is the fastest mode of transportation from Wuhan to Lanzhou or vice versa. Airfares can be competitive when there are discounts.
If you are traveling as a tourist, it is better to take a high-speed train. This is because it’s fast, you can enjoy the views from the windows during the journey, and the price is reasonable.
It is not recommended to take a normal-speed train, however, as the journey takes too long and the facilities and environment on these trains are not very good.
Please see the detailed information below:
| High-Speed Train | Normal-Speed Train | Airplane | |
| Ticket Price | US$94 for second class US$150 for first class |
US$53 for a hard sleeper US$83 for a soft sleeper |
US$205 for economy class |
| Duration | 6½–8 hours | 17–25 hours | 2½ hours |
| Punctuality | Punctual | Occasional delays | Occasional delays |
| Seat Space | More legroom than on an airplane | Spacious | Cramped |
