Which stations serve Baotou and Nanjing?

Baotou, Baotoubei, Baotoudong serve Baotou; Nanjing, Nanjing South serve Nanjing.

Baotou to Nanjing Train

包头 → 南京

Baotou to Nanjing takes between 20 hours 20 minutes and 21 hours 19 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 8 direct services, with the first train at 07:40 and the last at 12:43. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

Interactive route map showing the rail network around Baotou and Nanjing. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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Direct Train Schedule

8 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
Z281	07:40Baotou	04:59Nanjing	21h19m
Z284	07:40Baotou	04:59Nanjing	21h19m
Z281	07:58Baotoudong	04:59Nanjing	21h01m
Z284	07:58Baotoudong	04:59Nanjing	21h01m
Z267	12:13Baotoudong	09:03Nanjing	20h50m
Z270	12:13Baotoudong	09:03Nanjing	20h50m
Z267	12:43Baotou	09:03Nanjing	20h20m
Z270	12:43Baotou	09:03Nanjing	20h20m

Timetable snapshot: 2026-10-23. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Timetable for reference only. For live schedules and ticket booking, check these sources:

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Railway Stations in Baotou and Nanjing

Compare the railway stations used to reach Baotou and Nanjing. Not every station below is served by every direct train.

Railway Stations in Baotou

Baotou包头
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Baotou East包头东
Used by direct trains in this timetable

Railway Stations in Nanjing

Nanjing南京
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Metro Line 1Metro Line 3
Nanjing South南京南
Other railway station in Nanjing
Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line S1Metro Line S3

At a Glance

Route	Baotou (包头) to Nanjing (南京)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	8
Fastest journey	20 hours 20 minutes on Z267 (12:43 to 09:03)
First train	07:40 Z284 from Baotou
Last train	12:43 Z270 from Baotou
Departure stations on timetable	Baotou, Baotou East
Arrival stations on timetable	Nanjing
Train types in snapshot	Z
Timetable snapshot	October 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Baotou to Nanjing train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 20h20m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 8 direct services between Baotou and Nanjing.

Is this timetable always up to date?

This page is updated after major timetable adjustments. Train schedules can change, so always confirm departure and arrival times with 12306 before buying a ticket.