Currently, only normal-speed trains operate between Wuhan and Xining. The journey duration on a normal-speed train is over 20 hours, which is quite a long time. If you want to shorten the journey duration, you could consider transferring in Xi'an as high-speed trains are available between the above cities and there are more choices.
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Wuchang Railway Station, Xining Railway Station
- Duration: 20½-27½ hours
- Main stops: Xi'an, Xianyang, Tianshui, Lanzhou
Wuhan to Xining Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 26th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z230 | 22:54 | 19:49 (next day) | 20h 55m |
| Z264 | 23:00 | 19:23 (next day) | 20h 23m |
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.
Xining to Wuhan Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 26th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z232 | 08:05 | 06:00 (next day) | 21h 55m |
| Z266 | 10:51 | 08:42 (next day) | 21h 51m |
Wuhan to Xining Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| US$83 (CNY585) | US$53 (CNY370) | US$31 (CNY217) |
Travel Tip
You can also consider taking a flight. Only one pair of flights operates between Wuhan and Xining every day and the journey duration is about 2½ hours. The full airfare is about 1,680 CNY (240 USD).
