Shanghai → Xi'an
2026-10-24 · scheduled timetable
Scheduled timetable for Shanghai → Xi'an: 37 departures a day, first at 06:09, last at 18:33. Times follow the official timetable as of 2026-10-24 — fares and live seat availability are confirmed when you search. The quickest takes 5h 39m.
At a glance
- Journey time
- 5h 39m – 20h 36m
- Trains per day
- 37
- First / last departure
- 06:09 / 18:33
- Departure stations
- Shanghai Hongqiao (上海虹桥), Shanghai (上海), Shanghai South (上海南), Shanghai Songjiang (上海松江), Liantang (练塘)
- Arrival stations
- Xi'an North (西安北), Xi'an (西安)
Shanghai–Xi’an via the Xuzhou–Lanzhou high-speed line
Long enough to need planning, short enough to do in a day if you leave early.
The route runs west through Nanjing and Zhengzhou before turning towards the Wei River valley. Xi’an North is the terminus for almost all of these trains, and it connects to the metro; the Terracotta Army site is a further bus or taxi ride from the city.
- Book a morning departure if you want the afternoon in Xi’an — the run is around six hours.
- Xi’an North is north of the city wall; the metro takes about 30 minutes to reach the old centre.
Train Schedules
| Train | Departure time | Arrival | Shortest | From → To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1970 | 06:09 | 13:20 | 07:11 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G1802 | 06:13 | 13:51 | 07:38 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3176 | 06:19 | 14:45 | 08:26 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G464 | 06:48 | 13:40 | 06:52 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G1974 | 07:16 | 14:22 | 07:06 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3288 | 07:46 | 15:52 | 08:06 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3292 | 08:24 | 16:32 | 08:08 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G94 | 08:55 | 14:34 | 05:39 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| K2186 | 08:57 | 04:47 +1 | 19:50 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| G2194 | 09:19 | 16:28 | 07:09 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| K360 | 09:29 | 06:05 +1 | 20:36 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| G3164 | 09:38 | 17:47 | 08:09 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G1979 | 09:56 | 18:40 | 08:44 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3174 | 10:15 | 18:01 | 07:46 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3284 | 10:37 | 19:38 | 09:01 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3257 | 10:42 | 20:08 | 09:26 | Shanghai South → Xi'an North |
| G1924 | 11:28 | 19:00 | 07:32 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3152 | 11:32 | 20:29 | 08:57 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| D112 | 12:03 | 03:30 +1 | 15:27 | Shanghai Songjiang → Xi'an |
| G1928 | 12:36 | 20:00 | 07:24 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3161 | 12:51 | 21:46 | 08:55 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3161 | 13:18 | 21:46 | 08:28 | Liantang → Xi'an North |
| D288 | 13:22 | 04:53 +1 | 15:31 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| G3296 | 13:27 | 21:53 | 08:26 | Liantang → Xi'an North |
| G1932 | 13:38 | 20:41 | 07:03 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| G3296 | 13:58 | 21:53 | 07:55 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| D122 | 14:13 | 05:24 +1 | 15:11 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| Z376 | 15:38 | 07:35 +1 | 15:57 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| K560 | 15:52 | 12:26 +1 | 20:34 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| G1916 | 16:09 | 23:00 | 06:51 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| Z40 | 16:48 | 08:16 +1 | 15:28 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| D216 | 16:54 | 07:49 +1 | 14:55 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| G1940 | 17:07 | 23:33 | 06:26 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Xi'an North |
| Z304 | 17:46 | 08:42 +1 | 14:56 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| D126 | 18:09 | 09:01 +1 | 14:52 | Shanghai Songjiang → Xi'an |
| D92 | 18:19 | 09:07 +1 | 14:48 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
| Z164 | 18:33 | 09:19 +1 | 14:46 | Shanghai → Xi'an |
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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 Shanghai to Xi'an take?
The fastest service on this date takes 5h 39m. 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 Shanghai to Xi'an?
Fares depend on the class you choose. Every quote on the results page shows the fare and our service fee separately.
Which station in Shanghai does the train leave from?
On this date, departures leave from Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai and Shanghai South and Shanghai Songjiang and Liantang. 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.
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Timetable and fares read from China Railway and last checked on 2026-10-24. Prices include our service fee in US dollars.