Xi'an to Xining Train

西安 → 西宁

Xi'an to Xining takes between 3 hours 48 minutes and 12 hours 49 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 29 direct services, with the first train at 02:34 and the last at 23:12. 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 Xining. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
29 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
K38902:34Xi'an14:08Xining11h34m
D10103:47Xi'an13:49Xining10h02m
Z59404:52Xi'an15:46Xining10h54m
T19705:19Xi'an16:36Xining11h17m
K218605:31Xi'an18:20Xining12h49m
Z36106:05Xi'an17:05Xining11h
Z3706:11Xi'an16:11Xining10h
Z29206:42Xi'an16:42Xining10h
Z17907:03Xi'an17:48Xining10h45m
Z27207:10Xi'an17:24Xining10h14m
Z13507:32Xi'an17:19Xining9h47m
Z10507:38Xi'an17:26Xining9h48m
Z26407:53Xi'an17:59Xining10h06m
Z37608:12Xi'an19:30Xining11h18m
Z4008:25Xi'an17:35Xining9h10m
Z30408:52Xi'an18:04Xining9h12m
Z23009:05Xi'an19:46Xining10h41m
Z16409:27Xi'an19:08Xining9h41m
Z25912:25Xi'an23:26Xining11h01m
D258312:39Xi'an North17:01Xining4h22m
Z6513:00Xi'an23:53Xining10h53m
D256913:17Xi'an North17:53Xining4h36m
G317614:51Xi'an North18:53Xining4h02m
G85216:22Xi'an North20:32Xining4h10m
G67117:00Xi'an North21:14Xining4h14m
D282117:47Xi'an North21:35Xining3h48m
T26922:00Xi'an08:34Xining10h34m
K17722:42Xi'an09:40Xining10h58m
K130923:12Xi'an11:00Xining11h48m

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 Xining

Compare the railway stations used to reach Xi'an and Xining. 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
    Other railway station in Xi'an
    Metro Line 5
  • Xi'an West西安西
    Other railway station in Xi'an

Railway Stations in Xining

  • Xining西宁
    Used by direct trains in this timetable

At a Glance

RouteXi'an (西安) to Xining (西宁)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services29
Fastest journey3 hours 48 minutes on D2821 (17:47 to 21:35)
First train02:34 K389 from Xi'an
Last train23:12 K1309 from Xi'an
Departure stations on timetableXi'an, Xi'an North
Arrival stations on timetableXining
Train types in snapshotK, D, Z, T, G
Timetable snapshotAugust 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Xi'an to Xining train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 3h48m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 29 direct services between Xi'an and Xining.

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.