Two pairs of high-speed trains can transport you from Beijing to Lanzhou and vice versa in nine hours. There are also many overnight normal-speed trains between these two cities and the departure or arrival times are quite reasonable.
Beijing-Lanzhou High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance:about 1,784 kilometers (1,109 miles)
- Terminals:Beijing West Railway Station, Lanzhou West Railway Station
- Duration:about 7–9½ hours
Beijing-Lanzhou High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 26th, 2023)
Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
G91 | 07:55 | 14:39 | 6h 44m |
G429 | 12:50 | 21:37 | 8h 47m |
The timetable above is for your reference only. Check out the Beijing to Lanzhouup-to-date schedules.
Lanzhou-Beijing High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 26th, 2023)
Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
G430 | 08:55 | 17:14 | 8h 19m |
G92 | 15:59 | 22:42 | 6h 43m |
Beijing-Lanzhou High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
---|---|---|
US$316 (CNY2,183.5) | US$161 (CNY1,109.5) | US$102 (CNY700) |
Beijing-Lanzhou Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals:Beijing West Railway Station,兰州铁路Station
- Duration:16½–29½ hours
Beijing-Lanzhou Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 26th, 2023)
Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
T175 | 13:05 | 07:31 (next day) | 18h 26m |
Z55 | 14:49 | 07:48 (next day) | 16h 59m |
Z151 | 15:59 | 11:27 (next day) | 19h 28m |
Z21 | 19:55 | 12:16 (next day) | 16h 21m |
K885 | 23:58 | 04:52 (next day) | 28h 54m |
The timetable above is for your reference only. Check out the Beijing to Lanzhouup-to-date schedules.
Lanzhou-Beijing Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 26th, 2023)
Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
T176 | 15:01 | 09:37 (next day) | 18h 36m |
Z22 | 16:29 | 08:28 (next day) | 15 h 59m |
Z152 | 16:58 | 14:26 (next day) | 21h 28m |
Z56 | 21:11 | 13:38 (next day) | 16h 27m |
Beijing-Lanzhou Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
---|---|---|
US$93 (CNY504.5) | US$47 (CNY322.5) | US$28 (CNY189.5) |
Train Travel Tips
Bullet trains operate between these two cities so the journey only takes about 7 to 9 hours. Only two trains are available every day.
Please note that the bullet trains and normal-speed trains depart from different stations in Lanzhou. Make sure you find the right station, especially when you have a connecting train.