Xi'an to Nanjing Train

西安 → 南京

Xi'an to Nanjing takes between 5 hours 54 minutes and 21 hours 33 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 18 direct services, with the first train at 00:33 and the last at 21:41. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
18 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D11100:33Xi'an13:06Nanjing12h33m
D21500:53Xi'an13:00Nanjing12h07m
K218508:36Xi'an01:37Nanjing17h01m
K28908:45Xi'an East01:43Nanjing16h58m
K35910:17Xi'an01:49Nanjing15h32m
K479513:37Xi'an11:10Nanjing21h33m
G317513:46Xi'an North20:24Nanjing South6h38m
D9115:10Xi'an03:21Nanjing12h11m
G197315:10Xi'an North21:04Nanjing South5h54m
G188516:17Xi'an North22:42Nanjing South6h25m
K55817:07Xi'an08:48Nanjing15h41m
D12519:25Xi'an07:18Nanjing11h53m
Z37520:41Xi'an10:23Nanjing13h42m
Z16620:49Xi'an08:57Nanjing12h08m
D28721:03Xi'an09:15Nanjing12h12m
Z3921:10Xi'an09:21Nanjing12h11m
D12121:16Xi'an09:27Nanjing12h11m
Z30321:41Xi'an09:40Nanjing11h59m

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 Xi'an and Nanjing

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

Railway Stations in Xi'an

  • Xi'an西安
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 4
  • Xi'an North西安北
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2Metro Line 4Metro Line 14
  • Xi'an East西安东
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 5
  • Xi'an West西安西
    Other railway station in Xi'an

Railway Stations in Nanjing

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

At a Glance

RouteXi'an (西安) to Nanjing (南京)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services18
Fastest journey5 hours 54 minutes on G1973 (15:10 to 21:04)
First train00:33 D111 from Xi'an
Last train21:41 Z303 from Xi'an
Departure stations on timetableXi'an, Xi'an East, Xi'an North
Arrival stations on timetableNanjing, Nanjing South
Train types in snapshotD, K, G, Z
Timetable snapshotAugust 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Xi'an to Nanjing train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 5h54m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 18 direct services between Xi'an and Nanjing.

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.