Xi'an-Ankang High-Speed Railway
西康高铁
The Xi'an-Ankang high-speed railway crosses the Qinling Mountains and forms the Shaanxi section of the Xi'an-Chongqing high-speed corridor. It replaces a slow mountain journey with a fast link between Xi'an and southern Shaanxi.
Service status
Opened on September 28, 2026.
This page tracks the project before passenger services begin. Route and station data may be updated after the official timetable is published on 12306.
Stations
- 1Xi'an East · 西安东站0 km
- 2Niubeiliang · 牛背梁42.2 km
- 3Zhashui West · 柞水西64.8 km
- 4Zhen'an West · 镇安西89.4 km
- 5Ankang West · 安康西172.4 km
Why this line matters
- Xi'an to Ankang now takes as little as 45 minutes, down from roughly three hours by conventional rail.
- The line improves access to Niubeiliang, Zhashui, Zhen'an and the Qinling mountain tourism corridor.
- It provides a new high-speed connection between the Guanzhong Plain and southern Shaanxi.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Xi'an-Ankang high-speed railway open?
Yes. The line opened on September 28, 2026. Check 12306 for current services and tickets.
How long will the train take from Xi'an to Ankang?
The fastest journey is about 45 minutes between Xi'an East and Ankang West.
Which stations are on the route?
The current passenger station list is Xi'an East, Niubeiliang, Zhashui West, Zhen'an West and Ankang West.