Xi'an to Mianyang by Train

Yes, there are direct trains. About 48 departures a day run from Xi'an to Mianyang without changing trains — very frequent. The fastest takes about 2h 31m.

Direct trains
48 per day
Fastest
2h 31m
Changes
None
Return (Mianyang → Xi'an)
52 per day · 2h 35m

Trains from Xi'an to Mianyang

Typical departures, Xi'an → Mianyang Showing the 12 quickest of 48 services we hold for this route. July 2026 timetable — not live.
TrainDepArrDuration FromTo StopsDistance
D965Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 05:13 08:00 2h 47m Xi'an North Mianyang 1 stop 545 km
G2239Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 07:38 10:37 2h 59m Xi'an North Mianyang 4 stops 545 km
G3359Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 09:41 12:37 2h 56m Xi'an North Mianyang 3 stops 545 km
G3139Xi'an North → JiangyouXi'an North 10:24 12:58 2h 34m Xi'an North Jiangyou 2 stops 506 km
G2203Xi'an North → JiangyouXi'an North 10:44 13:25 2h 41m Xi'an North Jiangyou 3 stops 506 km
G3351Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 11:05 14:01 2h 56m Xi'an North Mianyang 3 stops 545 km
G1307Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 15:24 18:13 2h 49m Xi'an North Mianyang 2 stops 545 km
G3353Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 15:29 18:27 2h 58m Xi'an North Mianyang 3 stops 545 km
G3363Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 18:25 21:18 2h 53m Xi'an North Mianyang 3 stops 545 km
D1949Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 18:51 21:43 2h 52m Xi'an North Mianyang 2 stops 545 km
G323Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 19:17 21:48 2h 31m Xi'an North Mianyang direct 545 km
G3284/G3285Xi'an North → MianyangXi'an North 19:43 22:35 2h 52m Xi'an North Mianyang 3 stops 545 km

Times are planning references. China Railway runs several timetable revisions a year and adds or suspends trains at short notice — check live seats and today’s schedule for your date before you rely on any specific departure.

Before you rely on this

The times above come from the July 2026 timetable snapshot. China Railway revises its schedule several times a year, adds trains for holidays, and suspends services at short notice. Treat every departure time as a planning reference, not a booking commitment.

The live search queries China Railway (12306) directly for your travel date — that is the only source that reflects today's actual schedule and seat availability.

Our data covers high-speed (G/D/C) and intercity services. Slow conventional trains (Z/T/K) are only partly included, so a route marked "no direct train" may still have a direct slow train. Always confirm in the live search.

Why people take the train instead of flying

  • City centre to city centre. Chinese high-speed stations sit in the urban core or on a metro line — no 45-minute airport transfer at either end.
  • No check-in cut-off. You can board a few minutes before departure. Arriving 20 minutes early is comfortable.
  • Luggage is free and unlimited. No weight limit, no bag drop queue.
  • 2h 31m door to door compares well once you add airport security, boarding and transfers.
  • Foreign passports are accepted. Your passport is your ticket — no Chinese ID or phone number needed.

What it costs

Fares are set by China Railway in yuan and converted to dollars at the rate shown on this site. The price you see in the search results is the fare plus our service fee, in one number — nothing is added at checkout.

Other classes, and slower trains on the same route, are priced differently by the railway. The exact figure for the train you pick is shown before you pay.

Check live prices and trains  · How our pricing works

China Railway sets and occasionally changes fares — always confirm the live price for your date.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to change trains from Xi'an to Mianyang?

No. Around 48 direct trains a day connect the two cities without a change.

How long is the train from Xi'an to Mianyang?

The fastest direct service takes about 2h 31m. Slower trains on the same route take longer.

Can foreigners book these trains?

Yes. Every train listed runs under China Railway (12306) and accepts foreign passports. We book against your passport number — no Chinese ID or phone number required.

Are the departure times fixed?

We show typical daily frequency rather than exact times, because China Railway adjusts schedules several times a year. The live search always reflects the current timetable for your travel date.

Is the train cheaper than flying?

On most routes under about 5 hours, second class costs less than a comparable flight once you include baggage and airport transfers. Live fares in USD (with our service fee included) are shown in the search results.

Other places you can reach from Xi'an

Going the other way

Arriving in Mianyang

Trains from Xi'an arrive at one of Mianyang's main stations. Check your ticket for the station name — large cities have several, and they can be 30+ minutes apart. Station names are shown in Chinese and English on every platform sign, and your passport works at the staffed gate for both entry and exit.

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