As two capital cities of two provinces, there are 26 pairs of high-speed trains running between Xi'an and Taiyuan every day with a journey duration of 3-4 hours.
There are also six pairs of normal-speed trains running between these two cities. If you take a normal-speed train, the journey duration is about 8½-12 hours. You can choose the trains to suit your schedule.
Xi'an-Taiyuan High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance: 579 kilometers (360 miles)
- Terminals: Xi'an North Railway Station, Taiyuan South Railway Station
- Duration: 3 to 4 hours
- Main stops: Linfen, Jinzhong
Xi'an to Taiyuan High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on June 1st, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2506 | 07:20 | 11:17 | 3h 57m |
| D2538 | 10:41 | 14:39 | 3h 58m |
| D1904 | 12:15 | 15:55 | 3h 40m |
| D2540 | 17:09 | 20:42 | 3h 33m |
- 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 Xi'an High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on June 1st, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2537 | 06:28 | 09:52 | 3h 24m |
| D2503 | 10:25 | 13:52 | 3h 27m |
| D2521 | 15:12 | 18:53 | 3h 41m |
| D2529 | 17:45 | 21:27 | 3h 42m |
Xi'an to Taiyuan High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| US$76 (CNY536) | US$41 (CNY286) | US$26 (CNY178.5) |
Xi'an-Taiyuan Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Taiyuan Railway Station, Xi'an Railway Station, Xi'an South Railway Station
- Duration: 8½ to 12 hours
- Main stops: Pingyao, Huashan
Xi'an to Taiyuan Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on June 1st, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K546 | 00:11 | 09:29 | 9h 18m |
| T42 | 20:06 | 04:20 (next day) | 8h 14m |
| K672 | 22:51 | 09:00 (next day) | 10h 9m |
| K1574 | 23:53 | 10:51 (next day) | 10h 58m |
- 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 Xi'an Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on June 1st, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K1573 | 09:25 | 19:47 | 10h 22m |
| K545 | 20:56 | 05:56 (next day) | 9h |
| K671 | 22:59 | 08:22 (next day) | 9h 23m |
| K213 | 23:24 | 08:45 (next day) | 9h 21m |
Xi'an to Taiyuan Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| US$39 (CNY274) | US$26 (CNY178) | US$15 (CNY102) |
Travel Tips
Since it only takes about 3-4 hours to travel on a high-speed train, we highly recommend you choose one over a normal-speed train. Not only is the price quite low but the journey duration is quite short.
Station Information
1. Please pay attention to the stations in Xi'an when you take a normal-speed train as they operate from two different stations there. However, both stations are relatively close to the downtown area.
2. 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.
