Lanzhou to Dunhuang Train

兰州 → 敦煌

Lanzhou to Dunhuang takes between 7 hours 28 minutes and 14 hours 22 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 14 direct services, with the first train at 11:58 and the last at 21:07. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
14 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D274911:58Lanzhou West19:26Dunhuang7h28m
D275211:58Lanzhou West19:26Dunhuang7h28m
D273713:47Lanzhou West21:20Dunhuang7h33m
D274013:47Lanzhou West21:20Dunhuang7h33m
K966717:43Lanzhou08:05Dunhuang14h22m
K967017:43Lanzhou08:05Dunhuang14h22m
Z620118:30Lanzhou06:35Dunhuang12h05m
Z620418:30Lanzhou06:35Dunhuang12h05m
Z620118:46Lanzhou West06:35Dunhuang11h49m
Z620418:46Lanzhou West06:35Dunhuang11h49m
Z25920:52Lanzhou09:10Dunhuang12h18m
Z26220:52Lanzhou09:10Dunhuang12h18m
Z25921:07Lanzhou West09:10Dunhuang12h03m
Z26221:07Lanzhou West09:10Dunhuang12h03m

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

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Railway Stations in Lanzhou and Dunhuang

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

Railway Stations in Lanzhou

  • Lanzhou兰州
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Rail Transit Line 2
  • Lanzhou West兰州西
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Rail Transit Line 1
  • Lanzhouxinqu兰州新区
    Other railway station in Lanzhou

Railway Stations in Dunhuang

  • Dunhuang敦煌
    Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

RouteLanzhou (兰州) to Dunhuang (敦煌)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services14
Fastest journey7 hours 28 minutes on D2749 (11:58 to 19:26)
First train11:58 D2752 from Lanzhou West
Last train21:07 Z262 from Lanzhou West
Departure stations on timetableLanzhou West, Lanzhou
Arrival stations on timetableDunhuang
Train types in snapshotD, K, Z
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Lanzhou to Dunhuang train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 7h28m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 14 direct services between Lanzhou and Dunhuang.

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.