Nanjing to Qingdao Train

南京 → 青岛

Nanjing to Qingdao takes between 3 hours 43 minutes and 8 hours 27 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 36 direct services, with the first train at 00:38 and the last at 18:19. 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 Qingdao. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
36 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D18200:38Nanjing08:17Qingdao West7h39m
D18200:38Nanjing09:05Qingdao North8h27m
D18300:38Nanjing08:17Qingdao West7h39m
D18300:38Nanjing09:05Qingdao North8h27m
D285406:16Nanjing South11:10Qingdao North4h54m
D285506:16Nanjing South11:10Qingdao North4h54m
D286607:57Nanjing South12:13Qingdao West4h16m
D286607:57Nanjing South12:56Qingdao North4h59m
D286707:57Nanjing South12:13Qingdao West4h16m
D286707:57Nanjing South12:56Qingdao North4h59m
G98608:28Nanjing South13:31Qingdao North5h03m
G98708:28Nanjing South13:31Qingdao North5h03m
D210609:36Nanjing South13:19Qingdao West3h43m
D210709:36Nanjing South13:19Qingdao West3h43m
D210609:36Nanjing South13:46Qingdao Airport4h10m
D210709:36Nanjing South13:46Qingdao Airport4h10m
G300610:21Nanjing South16:04Qingdao5h43m
G300710:21Nanjing South16:04Qingdao5h43m
D318511:58Nanjing South16:24Qingdao West4h26m
D318511:58Nanjing South17:05Qingdao North5h07m
D318811:58Nanjing South16:24Qingdao West4h26m
D318811:58Nanjing South17:05Qingdao North5h07m
G155113:41Nanjing South17:50Qingdao West4h09m
G155113:41Nanjing South18:29Qingdao North4h48m
G155113:41Nanjing South19:01Qingdao5h20m
G155413:41Nanjing South17:50Qingdao West4h09m
G155413:41Nanjing South18:29Qingdao North4h48m
G155413:41Nanjing South19:01Qingdao5h20m
D287415:08Nanjing South19:15Qingdao West4h07m
D287515:08Nanjing South19:15Qingdao West4h07m
G94815:42Nanjing South21:52Qingdao6h10m
G94915:42Nanjing South21:52Qingdao6h10m
G82617:49Nanjing South23:10Qingdao5h21m
G82717:49Nanjing South23:10Qingdao5h21m
D289618:19Nanjing South22:31Qingdao North4h12m
D289718:19Nanjing South22:31Qingdao North4h12m

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

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Railway Stations in Nanjing and Qingdao

Compare the railway stations used to reach Nanjing and Qingdao. 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 Qingdao

  • Qingdao West青岛西
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Qingdao North青岛北
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line 8
  • Qingdao Airport青岛机场
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Qingdao青岛
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 3

At a Glance

RouteNanjing (南京) to Qingdao (青岛)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services36
Fastest journey3 hours 43 minutes on D2106 (09:36 to 13:19)
First train00:38 D183 from Nanjing
Last train18:19 D2897 from Nanjing South
Departure stations on timetableNanjing, Nanjing South
Arrival stations on timetableQingdao West, Qingdao North, Qingdao Airport, Qingdao
Train types in snapshotD, G
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Nanjing to Qingdao train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 3h43m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 36 direct services between Nanjing and Qingdao.

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.