Xining to Urumqi Train
西宁 → 乌鲁木齐
Xining to Urumqi takes between 9 hours 58 minutes and 16 hours 12 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 30 direct services, with the first train at 06:51 and the last at 23:59. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.
Route Map
Interactive route map showing the rail network around Xining and Urumqi. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.
Direct Train Schedule
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z508 | 06:51Xining | 20:08Urumqi | 13h17m |
| Z509 | 06:51Xining | 20:08Urumqi | 13h17m |
| D2711 | 10:17Xining | 20:15Urumqi | 9h58m |
| D575 | 11:14Xining | 21:20Urumqi | 10h06m |
| D2703 | 11:35Xining | 22:01Urumqi | 10h26m |
| D2717 | 12:48Xining | 22:47Urumqi | 9h59m |
| Z372 | 14:10Xining | 06:16Urumqi | 16h06m |
| Z373 | 14:10Xining | 06:16Urumqi | 16h06m |
| Z594 | 15:56Xining | 06:28Urumqi | 14h32m |
| Z595 | 15:56Xining | 06:28Urumqi | 14h32m |
| T257 | 16:22Xining | 06:44Urumqi | 14h22m |
| Z36 | 16:32Xining | 06:54Urumqi | 14h22m |
| Z37 | 16:32Xining | 06:54Urumqi | 14h22m |
| T197 | 16:43Xining | 07:05Urumqi | 14h22m |
| Z292 | 17:01Xining | 07:19Urumqi | 14h18m |
| Z293 | 17:01Xining | 07:19Urumqi | 14h18m |
| Z361 | 17:11Xining | 07:22Urumqi South | 14h11m |
| Z364 | 17:11Xining | 07:22Urumqi South | 14h11m |
| Z135 | 17:28Xining | 07:43Urumqi | 14h15m |
| Z138 | 17:28Xining | 07:43Urumqi | 14h15m |
| Z105 | 17:34Xining | 08:01Urumqi | 14h27m |
| Z40 | 17:52Xining | 08:20Urumqi | 14h28m |
| Z41 | 17:52Xining | 08:20Urumqi | 14h28m |
| Z179 | 18:00Xining | 08:43Urumqi | 14h43m |
| Z304 | 18:10Xining | 08:52Urumqi | 14h42m |
| Z305 | 18:10Xining | 08:52Urumqi | 14h42m |
| Z379 | 23:25Xining | 14:10Urumqi | 14h45m |
| Z58 | 23:39Xining | 15:51Urumqi | 16h12m |
| Z59 | 23:39Xining | 15:51Urumqi | 16h12m |
| Z65 | 23:59Xining | 15:16Urumqi | 15h17m |
Timetable snapshot: 2026-10-23. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.
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Railway Stations in Xining and Urumqi
Compare the railway stations used to reach Xining and Urumqi. Not every station below is served by every direct train.
Railway Stations in Xining
- Xining西宁Used by direct trains in this timetable
Railway Stations in Urumqi
- Urumqi乌鲁木齐Used by direct trains in this timetableMetro Line 1
- Urumqi South乌鲁木齐南Used by direct trains in this timetable
At a Glance
| Route | Xining (西宁) to Urumqi (乌鲁木齐) |
|---|---|
| Interactive route map | Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network. |
| Direct services | 30 |
| Fastest journey | 9 hours 58 minutes on D2711 (10:17 to 20:15) |
| First train | 06:51 Z509 from Xining |
| Last train | 23:59 Z65 from Xining |
| Departure stations on timetable | Xining |
| Arrival stations on timetable | Urumqi, Urumqi South |
| Train types in snapshot | Z, D, T |
| Reference fares | First class from ¥789, Second class from ¥493, Luxury soft sleeper from ¥930.50, Soft sleeper from ¥504.50, Hard sleeper from ¥322.50, Soft seat from ¥299.50, Hard seat from ¥189.50, No seat from ¥189.50. Fare snapshot: October 23, 2026. |
| Timetable snapshot | October 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel. |
Route FAQ
How long is the Xining to Urumqi train?
The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 9h58m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.
Are there direct trains?
Yes. The current snapshot lists 30 direct services between Xining and Urumqi.
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.