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Trains from Chongqing

30Jun
1
Seats
Chongqing
Zhangjiajie

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Travel time

Arrival Time

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Morning trains

07:17
ChongqingChongqingdong
2h 30m
09:47
ZhangjiajieSangzhi
Direct
G Series G2425
from
5305 USD
1
2h 30m, Direct
07:17
ChongqingChongqingdong
09:47
ZhangjiajieSangzhi
from
5305 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
07:17
ChongqingChongqingdong
2h 51m
10:08
ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie Xi(West)
Direct
G Series G2425
from
5762 USD
1
2h 51m, Direct
07:17
ChongqingChongqingdong
10:08
ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie Xi(West)
from
5762 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:04
ChongqingNanpeng
3h 18m
15:22
ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie Xi(West)
Direct
G Series G2431
from
6571 USD
1
3h 18m, Direct
12:04
ChongqingNanpeng
15:22
ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie Xi(West)
from
6571 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
12:04
ChongqingNanpeng
2h 57m
15:01
ZhangjiajieSangzhi
Direct
G Series G2431
from
6056 USD
1
2h 57m, Direct
12:04
ChongqingNanpeng
15:01
ZhangjiajieSangzhi
from
6056 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:00
ChongqingPengshuixi
1h 36m
19:36
ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie Xi(West)
Direct
G Series G2449
from
3332 USD
1
1h 36m, Direct
18:00
ChongqingPengshuixi
19:36
ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie Xi(West)
from
3332 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
18:01
ChongqingShuijiangxi
2h 14m
20:15
ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie Xi(West)
Direct
G Series G2437
from
5137 USD
1
2h 14m, Direct
18:01
ChongqingShuijiangxi
20:15
ZhangjiajieZhangjiajie Xi(West)
from
5137 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
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day

First train

07:02
night

Last train

22:36
distance

Travel duration

2h 24m
daily-departure

Daily departures

74
departure-station

Departure station

Chongqing
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Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Zhangjiajie
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $16
fastest-s

Fastest trip

1h 24m
longest-s

Longest trip

17m

Trains to Chongqing

Inbound trains reach Chongqing mainly at Chongqing North, Chongqing West, and Shapingba, depending on the corridor. Trains from Chengdu East arrive in around 1h to 1h40m on G, D, or C services. Guiyang North services reach Chongqing West in about 2h, while trains from Kunming South take roughly 4h30m to 5h. Trains from Xi'an North arrive in around 5h to 6h. Eastbound arrivals from Wuhan usually take about 6h to 7h, and long-distance services from Beijing West or Shanghai Hongqiao generally reach Chongqing in roughly 11h to 13h depending on the train.

Visiting Chongqing

Chongqing is one of southwest China's largest rail hubs, positioned between the Sichuan Basin, the Yangtze River corridor, and routes into Guizhou and Shaanxi. The city has several major passenger stations, with China Railway operating high-speed, intercity, and conventional services across the municipality. Chongqing North and Chongqing West handle most long-distance train tickets and intercity departures. Services from Chongqing include G-series high-speed trains, D-series动车 services, C-series intercity trains, and conventional Z, T, and K trains on longer national routes. Chongqing North is important for eastbound and northeastbound services, while Chongqing West is a key high-speed station for Chengdu, Guiyang, Kunming, and other southwest corridors. Shapingba station also serves short intercity routes within the Chengdu-Chongqing area. Rail routes from Chongqing run west toward Chengdu and the Sichuan Basin, south toward Guiyang and Kunming, north toward Xi'an and Lanzhou, and east toward Wuhan, Yichang, Shanghai, and the Yangtze River corridor. Book trains from and to Chongqing online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Chongqing

From Chongqing West and Shapingba, China Railway services run west across the Chengdu-Chongqing corridor toward Chengdu East and other Sichuan Basin stations. Southbound high-speed routes connect Chongqing West with Guiyang North and Kunming South, linking the city with Guizhou and Yunnan. From Chongqing North and Chongqing West, northbound trains run toward Xi'an North and onward across Shaanxi, while eastbound services follow the Yangtze River corridor toward Yichang, Wuhan, Nanjing, and Shanghai. Long-distance China Railway services also connect Chongqing with Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and other major national hubs using high-speed or conventional train categories.

Chongqing

Chongqing - A sprawling mountain city at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers, famous for its spicy hotpot and the Hongya Cave stilt houses.

Chongqing Xi (West)

StationStation

Chongqing Bei (North)

StationStation

Chongqingdong

StationStation

Jiangjinbei

StationStation

Wulongnan

StationStation

Nanpeng

StationStation

Shapingba

StationStation

Jiangbeijichang

StationStation

Tongjing

StationStation

Yinhua

StationStation

Yongchuannan

StationStation

Nanchuanbei

StationStation

Pengshuixi

StationStation

Banan

StationStation

Shuijiangxi

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2h 24m

Zhangjiajie

Zhangjiajie - A world-renowned destination in Hunan province, serving as the gateway to the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and Tianmen Mountain.

Zhangjiajie Xi(West)

StationStation

Sangzhi

StationStation

Zhangjiajie

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Booking Chongqing Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Chongqing with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing China Railway G, D, C, or conventional services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Chongqing train stations such as Chongqing North, Chongqing West, Shapingba, and Chongqing Railway Station depending on your route.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Chongqing services include regular tickets for high-speed and conventional trains, reserved seats on G and D trains, and hard or soft sleeper options on selected overnight conventional routes. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on some advance services to and from Chengdu, Guiyang, Xi'an, Wuhan, Kunming, Beijing, and Shanghai.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Chongqing train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, Labor Day, and summer holidays. Train prices vary by train category and seat type; ticket counters remain available at major China Railway stations. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Chongqing Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What is the main train route from Chongqing?

The main high-demand route from Chongqing is the Chengdu-Chongqing corridor, operated by China Railway with G-series, D-series, and C-series trains. Fast services between Chongqing West, Chongqing North, Shapingba, and Chengdu East often take around 1h to 1h40m depending on stops and station pair. This corridor links two of southwest China's largest rail hubs.

Is there an airport rail connection in Chongqing?

Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport does not have a dedicated intercity or high-speed railway station used for national China Railway services. Travelers usually connect between the airport and Chongqing North, Chongqing West, or Shapingba by local city transport, then board China Railway trains. For rail ticket searches, select the correct Chongqing station shown on your itinerary rather than the airport name.

Do high-speed trains serve Chongqing?

Yes. Chongqing is served by China Railway high-speed trains, including G-series trains on major long-distance corridors and D-series动车 services on regional and intercity routes. C-series intercity trains also operate on shorter corridors such as the Chengdu-Chongqing area. Conventional Z, T, and K trains serve longer overnight or lower-speed routes where scheduled.

What are the main train stations in Chongqing?

Chongqing North is a major station for high-speed, D-series, and conventional China Railway services. Chongqing West is the main high-speed station for many westbound and southbound routes. Shapingba station focuses on intercity services in the Chengdu-Chongqing corridor. Chongqing Railway Station at Caiyuanba handles selected conventional services when available in the current timetable.

What are the main train connections to and from Chongqing?

Chongqing connects with Chengdu in around 1h to 1h40m by G, D, or C train, Guiyang in around 2h by high-speed rail, and Kunming in around 4h30m to 5h. Xi'an services usually take about 5h to 6h, Wuhan trains around 6h to 7h, and long-distance high-speed or conventional trains link Chongqing with Beijing and Shanghai in roughly 11h to 13h depending on service.

Can I buy Chongqing train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute Chongqing train tickets may be available on some routes, especially outside peak periods, but popular G, D, and C trains can sell out around Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, Labor Day, and summer holidays. Rail Monsters accepts Chongqing train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking gives more train and seat options.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Chongqing?

Train tickets to and from Chongqing can be bought at Rail Monsters by entering your route, selecting a China Railway departure, and completing online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Chongqing services, which helps for Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, and other peak periods. Booking confirmation is sent after purchase.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Chongqing?

China Railway high-speed and intercity trains from Chongqing use reserved seating, so your ticket is linked to a train number, carriage, and seat. Conventional sleeper trains also require a specific berth or seat category. Book earlier for Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, Labor Day, and Friday or Sunday departures on the Chengdu-Chongqing corridor.
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