Baotou to Taiyuan Train

包头 → 太原

Baotou to Taiyuan takes between 4 hours 6 minutes and 8 hours 59 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 20 direct services, with the first train at 09:53 and the last at 20:22. 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 Taiyuan. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
20 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D277709:53Baotou14:43Taiyuan South4h50m
D278009:53Baotou14:43Taiyuan South4h50m
D277710:08Baotoudong14:43Taiyuan South4h35m
D278010:08Baotoudong14:43Taiyuan South4h35m
Z26712:13Baotoudong20:01Taiyuan7h48m
Z27012:13Baotoudong20:01Taiyuan7h48m
Z26712:43Baotou20:01Taiyuan7h18m
Z27012:43Baotou20:01Taiyuan7h18m
D278913:53Baotou18:30Taiyuan South4h37m
D279213:53Baotou18:30Taiyuan South4h37m
D278914:08Baotoudong18:30Taiyuan South4h22m
D279214:08Baotoudong18:30Taiyuan South4h22m
D278114:30Baotou18:36Taiyuan South4h06m
D278414:30Baotou18:36Taiyuan South4h06m
D116918:18Baotou22:41Taiyuan South4h23m
D117218:18Baotou22:41Taiyuan South4h23m
D116918:33Baotoudong22:41Taiyuan South4h08m
D117218:33Baotoudong22:41Taiyuan South4h08m
K111620:22Baotou05:21Taiyuan8h59m
K111720:22Baotou05:21Taiyuan8h59m

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 Taiyuan

Compare the railway stations used to reach Baotou and Taiyuan. 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 Taiyuan

  • Taiyuan太原
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1
  • Taiyuan South太原南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1

At a Glance

RouteBaotou (包头) to Taiyuan (太原)
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Direct services20
Fastest journey4 hours 6 minutes on D2781 (14:30 to 18:36)
First train09:53 D2780 from Baotou
Last train20:22 K1117 from Baotou
Departure stations on timetableBaotou, Baotou East
Arrival stations on timetableTaiyuan South, Taiyuan
Train types in snapshotD, Z, K
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Baotou to Taiyuan train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 4h06m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 20 direct services between Baotou and Taiyuan.

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.