Which stations serve Changzhou and Xining?

Changzhou, Changzhoubei serve Changzhou; Xining serve Xining.

Changzhou to Xining Train

常州 → 西宁

Changzhou to Xining takes between 2 hours 4 minutes and 22 hours 58 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 4 direct services, with the first train at 07:15 and the last at 18:37. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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From

Date

Direct Train Schedule

4 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
G3176	07:15Changzhoubei	18:53Xining	11h38m
K2186	11:06Changzhou	18:20Xining	7h14m
Z376	17:26Changzhou	19:30Xining	2h04m
Z40	18:37Changzhou	17:35Xining	22h58m

Timetable snapshot: 2026-08-26. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

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Railway Stations in Changzhou and Xining

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

Railway Stations in Changzhou

Changzhou常州
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Metro Line 1
Changzhou North常州北
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Metro Line 1

Railway Stations in Xining

Xining西宁
Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

Route	Changzhou (常州) to Xining (西宁)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	4
Fastest journey	2 hours 4 minutes on Z376 (17:26 to 19:30)
First train	07:15 G3176 from Changzhoubei
Last train	18:37 Z40 from Changzhou
Departure stations on timetable	Changzhou North, Changzhou
Arrival stations on timetable	Xining
Train types in snapshot	G, K, Z
Timetable snapshot	August 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Changzhou to Xining train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 2h04m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 4 direct services between Changzhou and Xining.

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.