Shanghai to Lanzhou Train

上海 → 兰州

Shanghai to Lanzhou takes between 18 minutes and 22 hours 43 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 30 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
30 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
G197006:09Shanghaihongqiao16:20Lanzhou West10h11m
G197106:09Shanghaihongqiao16:20Lanzhou West10h11m
G317606:19Shanghaihongqiao17:49Lanzhou West11h30m
G317706:19Shanghaihongqiao17:49Lanzhou West11h30m
G46406:48Shanghaihongqiao16:25Lanzhou West9h37m
G46506:48Shanghaihongqiao16:25Lanzhou West9h37m
K218608:57Shanghai14:31Lanzhou5h34m
K218708:57Shanghai14:31Lanzhou5h34m
G316409:38Shanghaihongqiao21:06Lanzhou West11h28m
G316509:38Shanghaihongqiao21:06Lanzhou West11h28m
G197809:56Shanghaihongqiao21:50Lanzhou West11h54m
G197909:56Shanghaihongqiao21:50Lanzhou West11h54m
G325610:42Shanghai South23:10Lanzhou West12h28m
G325710:42Shanghai South23:10Lanzhou West12h28m
D11212:03Shanghaisongjiang10:18Lanzhou22h15m
D11212:03Shanghaisongjiang10:44Lanzhou West22h41m
D11312:03Shanghaisongjiang10:18Lanzhou22h15m
D11312:03Shanghaisongjiang10:44Lanzhou West22h41m
D28813:22Shanghai12:05Lanzhou22h43m
D28913:22Shanghai12:05Lanzhou22h43m
Z37615:38Shanghai15:56Lanzhou18m
Z37715:38Shanghai15:56Lanzhou18m
Z4016:48Shanghai15:31Lanzhou22h43m
Z4116:48Shanghai15:31Lanzhou22h43m
D21616:54Shanghai15:12Lanzhou22h18m
D21716:54Shanghai15:12Lanzhou22h18m
Z30417:46Shanghai15:38Lanzhou21h52m
Z30517:46Shanghai15:38Lanzhou21h52m
Z16418:33Shanghai16:05Lanzhou21h32m
Z16518:33Shanghai16:05Lanzhou21h32m

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

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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)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services30
Fastest journey18 minutes on Z376 (15:38 to 15:56)
First train06:09 G1971 from Shanghaihongqiao
Last train18:33 Z165 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
Reference faresBusiness class from ¥2874, First class from ¥1492, Second class from ¥310, Luxury soft sleeper from ¥1185, First-class sleeper from ¥769, Soft sleeper from ¥640, Second-class sleeper from ¥506, Hard sleeper from ¥408, Hard seat from ¥240, No seat from ¥240. Fare snapshot: October 23, 2026.
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 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 18m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 30 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.