Which stations serve Chongqing and Changsha?

Chongqing North, Chongqing West, Chongqing serve Chongqing; Changsha South serve Changsha.

Chongqing to Changsha Train

重庆 → 长沙

Chongqing West to Changsha South takes between 4 hours 55 minutes and 7 hours 21 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 9 direct services, with the first train at 07:53 and the last at 17:37. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

9 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
G242	07:53Chongqing West	12:48Changsha South	4h55m
G2370	08:04Chongqing West	13:50Changsha South	5h46m
G1334	08:16Chongqing West	14:12Changsha South	5h56m
G1755	08:59Chongqing West	14:45Changsha South	5h46m
G1982	09:49Chongqing West	15:35Changsha South	5h46m
G2320	11:46Chongqing West	19:07Changsha South	7h21m
G1760	14:54Chongqing West	20:37Changsha South	5h43m
G2152	17:02Chongqing West	22:52Changsha South	5h50m
G2162	17:37Chongqing West	22:45Changsha South	5h08m

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

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Railway Stations in Chongqing and Changsha

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

Railway Stations in Chongqing

Chongqing North重庆北
Other railway station in Chongqing
Rail Transit Line 3Rail Transit Line 4Rail Transit Line 10Loop Line
Chongqing West重庆西
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Rail Transit Line 5Loop Line
Chongqing重庆
Other railway station in Chongqing

Railway Stations in Changsha

Changsha South长沙南
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Metro Line 2Metro Line 4

At a Glance

Route	Chongqing (重庆) to Changsha (长沙)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	9
Fastest journey	4 hours 55 minutes on G242 (07:53 to 12:48)
First train	07:53 G242 from Chongqing West
Last train	17:37 G2162 from Chongqing West
Departure stations on timetable	Chongqing West
Arrival stations on timetable	Changsha South
Train types in snapshot	G
Timetable snapshot	August 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Chongqing to Changsha train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 4h55m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 9 direct services between Chongqing and Changsha.

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.