Kaifeng to Xining Train

开封 → 西宁

Kaifeng to Xining takes between 16 hours 8 minutes and 21 hours 51 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 3 direct services, with the first train at 00:15 and the last at 20:29. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
3 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
Z27200:15Kaifeng17:24Xining17h09m
Z4001:27Kaifeng17:35Xining16h08m
K218620:29Kaifeng18:20Xining21h51m

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

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Railway Stations in Kaifeng and Xining

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

Railway Stations in Kaifeng

  • Kaifeng开封
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Kaifeng North开封北
    Other railway station in Kaifeng

Railway Stations in Xining

  • Xining西宁
    Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

RouteKaifeng (开封) to Xining (西宁)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services3
Fastest journey16 hours 8 minutes on Z40 (01:27 to 17:35)
First train00:15 Z272 from Kaifeng
Last train20:29 K2186 from Kaifeng
Departure stations on timetableKaifeng
Arrival stations on timetableXining
Train types in snapshotZ, K
Timetable snapshotAugust 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Kaifeng to Xining train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 16h08m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 3 direct services between Kaifeng 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.