Nanjing to Lanzhou Train

南京 → 兰州

Nanjing to Lanzhou takes between 1 hour 44 minutes and 21 hours by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 26 direct services, with the first train at 07:38 and the last at 21:19. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
26 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
G197007:38Nanjing South16:20Lanzhou West8h42m
G197107:38Nanjing South16:20Lanzhou West8h42m
G317607:57Nanjing South17:49Lanzhou West9h52m
G317707:57Nanjing South17:49Lanzhou West9h52m
G46408:12Nanjing South16:25Lanzhou West8h13m
G46508:12Nanjing South16:25Lanzhou West8h13m
G316411:21Nanjing South21:06Lanzhou West9h45m
G316511:21Nanjing South21:06Lanzhou West9h45m
K218612:47Nanjing14:31Lanzhou1h44m
K218712:47Nanjing14:31Lanzhou1h44m
D11215:29Nanjing10:18Lanzhou18h49m
D11215:29Nanjing10:44Lanzhou West19h15m
D11315:29Nanjing10:18Lanzhou18h49m
D11315:29Nanjing10:44Lanzhou West19h15m
D28816:52Nanjing12:05Lanzhou19h13m
D28916:52Nanjing12:05Lanzhou19h13m
Z37618:56Nanjing15:56Lanzhou21h
Z37718:56Nanjing15:56Lanzhou21h
D21619:47Nanjing15:12Lanzhou19h25m
D21719:47Nanjing15:12Lanzhou19h25m
Z4019:53Nanjing15:31Lanzhou19h38m
Z4119:53Nanjing15:31Lanzhou19h38m
Z30420:48Nanjing15:38Lanzhou18h50m
Z30520:48Nanjing15:38Lanzhou18h50m
Z16421:19Nanjing16:05Lanzhou18h46m
Z16521:19Nanjing16:05Lanzhou18h46m

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

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Railway Stations in Nanjing and Lanzhou

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

Railway Stations in Nanjing

  • Nanjing南京
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 3
  • Nanjing South南京南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line S1Metro Line S3

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

At a Glance

RouteNanjing (南京) to Lanzhou (兰州)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services26
Fastest journey1 hour 44 minutes on K2186 (12:47 to 14:31)
First train07:38 G1971 from Nanjing South
Last train21:19 Z165 from Nanjing
Departure stations on timetableNanjing South, Nanjing
Arrival stations on timetableLanzhou West, Lanzhou
Train types in snapshotG, K, D, Z
Reference faresBusiness class from ¥2416, First class from ¥1262, Second class from ¥280, Luxury soft sleeper from ¥1057, First-class sleeper from ¥663, Soft sleeper from ¥572, Second-class sleeper from ¥451, Hard sleeper from ¥363, Hard seat from ¥213, No seat from ¥213. Fare snapshot: October 23, 2026.
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Nanjing to Lanzhou train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 1h44m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 26 direct services between Nanjing and Lanzhou.

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.