The average train between Lanzhou and Xining takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Lanzhou to Xining. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Lanzhou and Xining. The earliest departure is at 7:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lanzhou is at 4:38 PM which arrives into Xining at 7:26 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lanzhou station and arriving at Xining station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.
Lanzhou to Xining train services, operated by China Railways T-Class, depart from Lanzhou station.
Lanzhou to Xining train services, operated by China Railways T-Class, arrive at Xining station.
The distance between Lanzhou and Xining is 196.9 km. The road distance is 198 km.
China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Lanzhou to Xining 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥50–90 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Two other operators also service this route.