Beijing → Zhangjiajie
2026-10-25 · scheduled timetable
Scheduled timetable for Beijing → Zhangjiajie: 2 departures a day, first at 10:23, last at 11:13. Times follow the official timetable as of 2026-10-25 — fares and live seat availability are confirmed when you search. The quickest takes 12h 01m.
At a glance
- Journey time
- 12h 01m – 18h 07m
- Trains per day
- 2
- First / last departure
- 10:23 / 11:13
- Departure stations
- Beijing West (北京西)
- Arrival stations
- Zhangjiajie West (张家界西)
Beijing–Guangzhou line, then the Qianjiang–Zhangjiajie–Changde railway
To the sandstone pillars, with a transfer still to come at the end.
Trains from Beijing West reach Zhangjiajie West after a long run south and then west into Hunan. The station is close to the city of Zhangjiajie but still a bus or taxi ride from the national park entrances.
- The park has several gates; Wulingyuan is the one most visitors want, and it is a further 40 minutes from the station.
- Allow a full day for the journey and do not plan a park visit on arrival day.
Train Schedules
| Train | Departure time | Arrival | Shortest | From → To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G3649 | 10:23 | 22:24 | 12h 01m | Beijing West → Zhangjiajie West |
| Z295 | 11:13 | 05:20 +1 | 18h 07m | Beijing West → Zhangjiajie West |
Train letters on this date: G, Z. What the letters mean →
Which station do you leave from?
Big Chinese cities have several stations, miles apart. The station on your ticket is the one you need — the city name alone is not enough.
FAQ
How long does the train from Beijing to Zhangjiajie take?
The fastest service on this date takes 12h 01m. Slower trains on the same route take longer — the timetable above lists the actual duration for every departure, so sort by journey time if speed matters more than the hour you leave.
How much is a train ticket from Beijing to Zhangjiajie?
Fares depend on the class you choose. Every quote on the results page shows the fare and our service fee separately.
Which station in Beijing does the train leave from?
On this date, departures leave from Beijing West. Large Chinese cities have more than one station and they are not within walking distance of each other, so check the station printed on your ticket rather than the city name.
Do I need to print a ticket?
No. Chinese railway tickets are issued against your passport, not a piece of paper. Carry the same passport you booked with, and staff will scan it at the gate. Keep the booking confirmation on your phone in case a conductor asks which seat is yours.
How far in advance can I book?
Chinese tickets are released about two weeks before departure, and this page only shows dates inside that window. Popular dates and holiday periods sell out early, so book as soon as your travel date appears.
Which class should I book?
Second class is the default on high-speed trains and is comparable to a short-haul airline seat. First and business class add space and recline for a premium. On overnight trains the choice matters more: a hard sleeper is a real bed, a hard seat is not. Our guide to seats and sleepers explains what each one actually looks like.
Popular Routes
Day tours in Zhangjiajie
Off the train and straight onto a tour: a car and guide meet you at Zhangjiajie West Railway Station, and the day ends back there for your train home.
Timetable and fares read from China Railway and last checked on 2026-10-28. Prices include our service fee in US dollars.