Datong to Xi'an Train

大同 → 西安

Datong to Xi'an takes between 4 hours 42 minutes and 6 hours 29 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 16 direct services, with the first train at 08:34 and the last at 18:55. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

Interactive route map showing the rail network around Datong and Xi'an. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
16 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D282608:34Datong South13:57Xi'an North5h23m
D282708:34Datong South13:57Xi'an North5h23m
D279808:47Datong South14:03Xi'an North5h16m
D279908:47Datong South14:03Xi'an North5h16m
G245510:06Datong South14:51Xi'an North4h45m
G378010:16Datong South16:27Xi'an North6h11m
G378010:16Datong South16:45Xi'an West6h29m
G378110:16Datong South16:27Xi'an North6h11m
G378110:16Datong South16:45Xi'an West6h29m
D104912:19Datong South18:21Xi'an North6h02m
D104513:48Datong South18:54Xi'an North5h06m
D200613:55Datong South19:21Xi'an North5h26m
D200713:55Datong South19:21Xi'an North5h26m
D280918:40Datong South23:28Xi'an North4h48m
D281218:40Datong South23:28Xi'an North4h48m
D104318:55Datong South23:37Xi'an North4h42m

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

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Railway Stations in Datong and Xi'an

Compare the railway stations used to reach Datong and Xi'an. Not every station below is served by every direct train.

Railway Stations in Datong

  • Datong大同
    Other railway station in Datong
  • Datong South大同南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable

Railway Stations in Xi'an

  • Xi'an西安
    Other railway station in Xi'an
    Metro Line 4
  • Xi'an North西安北
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2Metro Line 4Metro Line 14
  • Xi'an East西安东
    Other railway station in Xi'an
    Metro Line 5
  • Xi'an West西安西
    Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

RouteDatong (大同) to Xi'an (西安)
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Direct services16
Fastest journey4 hours 42 minutes on D1043 (18:55 to 23:37)
First train08:34 D2827 from Datong South
Last train18:55 D1043 from Datong South
Departure stations on timetableDatong South
Arrival stations on timetableXi'an North, Xi'an West
Train types in snapshotD, G
Reference faresBusiness class from ¥894, First class from ¥434, Second class from ¥272, No seat from ¥272. Fare snapshot: October 23, 2026.
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Datong to Xi'an train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 4h42m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 16 direct services between Datong and Xi'an.

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.