Xi'an to Shanghai Train

西安 → 上海

Xi'an to Shanghai takes between 7 hours 25 minutes and 21 hours 5 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 21 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 Shanghai. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
21 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D11100:33Xi'an16:23Shanghaisongjiang15h50m
D21500:53Xi'an15:50Shanghai14h57m
K218508:36Xi'an05:33Shanghai20h57m
K35910:17Xi'an05:22Shanghai19h05m
G328311:13Huyi19:42Shanghaihongqiao8h29m
G328311:41Xi'an North19:42Shanghaihongqiao8h01m
G329112:54Xi'an North21:02Shanghaihongqiao8h08m
G317513:46Xi'an North22:26Shanghaihongqiao8h40m
G328714:20Huyi22:47Shanghaihongqiao8h27m
G197314:41Huyi22:35Shanghaihongqiao7h54m
G328714:46Xi'an North22:47Shanghaihongqiao8h01m
D9115:10Xi'an06:13Shanghai15h03m
G197315:10Xi'an North22:35Shanghaihongqiao7h25m
K55817:07Xi'an14:12Shanghai21h05m
D12519:25Xi'an10:22Shanghaisongjiang14h57m
Z37520:41Xi'an13:26Shanghai16h45m
Z16620:49Xi'an12:03Shanghai15h14m
D28721:03Xi'an12:09Shanghai15h06m
Z3921:10Xi'an12:15Shanghai15h05m
D12121:16Xi'an12:30Shanghai15h14m
Z30321:41Xi'an12:54Shanghai15h13m

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 Shanghai

Compare the railway stations used to reach Xi'an and Shanghai. 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
  • Huyi鄠邑
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Xi'an North西安北
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2Metro Line 4Metro Line 14

Railway Stations in Shanghai

  • Shanghai Songjiang上海松江
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 9
  • 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

At a Glance

RouteXi'an (西安) to Shanghai (上海)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services21
Fastest journey7 hours 25 minutes on G1973 (15:10 to 22:35)
First train00:33 D111 from Xi'an
Last train21:41 Z303 from Xi'an
Departure stations on timetableXi'an, Huyi, Xi'an North
Arrival stations on timetableShanghai Songjiang, Shanghai, Shanghai Hongqiao
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 Shanghai train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 7h25m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 21 direct services between Xi'an and Shanghai.

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.