Xuzhou to Beijing by Train

Yes, there are direct trains. About 15 departures a day run from Xuzhou to Beijing without changing trains — several times a day. The fastest takes about 2h 15m.

Direct trains
15 per day
Fastest
2h 15m
Changes
None
Return (Beijing → Xuzhou)
59 per day · 2h 21m

Trains from Xuzhou to Beijing

Typical departures, Xuzhou → Beijing Showing the 12 quickest of 15 services we hold for this route. July 2026 timetable — not live.
TrainDepArrDuration FromTo StopsDistance
G1566Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 08:17 11:23 3h 06m Xuzhou East Beijing South 4 stops 692 km
G66Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 08:28 10:51 2h 23m Xuzhou East Beijing South 1 stop 692 km
G52Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 08:40 10:55 2h 15m Xuzhou East Beijing South direct 692 km
G68Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 14:07 16:30 2h 23m Xuzhou East Beijing South 1 stop 692 km
G20Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 16:13 18:36 2h 23m Xuzhou East Beijing South 1 stop 692 km
G42Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 16:17 18:40 2h 23m Xuzhou East Beijing South 1 stop 692 km
G984Xuzhou East → BeijingXuzhou East 17:16 20:39 3h 23m Xuzhou East Beijing 5 stops 735 km
G804Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 18:01 20:39 2h 38m Xuzhou East Beijing South 2 stops 692 km
G24Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 18:12 20:35 2h 23m Xuzhou East Beijing South 1 stop 692 km
G806Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 19:31 22:22 2h 51m Xuzhou East Beijing South 2 stops 692 km
G726Xuzhou East → Beijing SouthXuzhou East 19:56 23:02 3h 06m Xuzhou East Beijing South 3 stops 692 km
Z156/Z157Xuzhou → Beijing FengtaiXuzhou 23:06 05:36 6h 30m Xuzhou Beijing Fengtai direct 598 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 15m 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 Xuzhou to Beijing?

No. Around 15 direct trains a day connect the two cities without a change.

How long is the train from Xuzhou to Beijing?

The fastest direct service takes about 2h 15m. 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 Xuzhou

Going the other way

Arriving in Beijing

Trains from Xuzhou arrive at one of Beijing'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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