Shanghai to Lanzhou Train

上海 → 兰州

Shanghai to Lanzhou takes between 20 minutes and 22 hours 46 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 15 direct services, with the first train at 06:09 and the last at 18:33. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
15 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
G197006:09Shanghaihongqiao16:20Lanzhou West10h11m
G317606:19Shanghaihongqiao17:49Lanzhou West11h30m
G46406:48Shanghaihongqiao16:25Lanzhou West9h37m
K218608:57Shanghai14:31Lanzhou5h34m
G316409:38Shanghaihongqiao21:06Lanzhou West11h28m
G197809:56Shanghaihongqiao21:50Lanzhou West11h54m
G325610:42Shanghai South23:10Lanzhou West12h28m
K491611:58Shanghai19:13Lanzhou7h15m
D11212:03Shanghaisongjiang10:29Lanzhou22h26m
D28813:27Shanghai12:11Lanzhou22h44m
Z37615:38Shanghai15:58Lanzhou20m
Z4016:48Shanghai15:34Lanzhou22h46m
D21616:54Shanghai15:12Lanzhou22h18m
Z30417:46Shanghai15:44Lanzhou21h58m
Z16418:33Shanghai16:16Lanzhou21h43m

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

Timetable for reference only. For live schedules and ticket booking, check these sources:

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Railway Stations in Shanghai and Lanzhou

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

Railway Stations in Shanghai

  • Shanghai上海
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line 4
  • Shanghai Hongqiao上海虹桥
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2Metro Line 10Metro Line 17
  • Shanghai South上海南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line 15
  • Shanghai Songjiang上海松江
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 9
  • Shanghai West上海西
    Other railway station in Shanghai
    Metro Line 11Metro Line 15

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

RouteShanghai (上海) to Lanzhou (兰州)
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Direct services15
Fastest journey20 minutes on Z376 (15:38 to 15:58)
First train06:09 G1970 from Shanghaihongqiao
Last train18:33 Z164 from Shanghai
Departure stations on timetableShanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai, Shanghai South, Shanghai Songjiang
Arrival stations on timetableLanzhou West, Lanzhou
Train types in snapshotG, K, D, Z
Timetable snapshotAugust 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Shanghai to Lanzhou train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 20m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 15 direct services between Shanghai 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.