Changsha - Zhangjiajie Train

Currently, About 15 high speed trains run between Changsha and Zhangjiajie with a travel time of 2.5 - 3.5 hours. Also, there are over 5 pairs of normal speed trains running between the two cities. The duration for this popular tourist route is around 3.5 to 6 hours. Every year, thousands of travelers bounce to Zhangjiajie for the amazing scenery. With not too many direct rail service available, Changsha is one of the most frequently used city for transfer.
 Duration: 2.5 - 3.5 hours
Running Distance: 340 kilometers (211 miles)
Top Speed: 200 km/h
Operated at: Changsha Railway Station, Zhangjiajie West Railway Station
Stations Along the Railway: Niuchehe, Taoyuan, Changde, Hanshou, Yiyang, Ningxiang
 (Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G6059	10:53 - 14:28	3h35m
G6435	12:16 - 15:44	3h28m

Around 15 depatures in total: departure time from 07:45 to 19:53; duration from 2H41M to 3H31M.
See more Changsha Schedule 
 (Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G6429	08:35 - 11:50	3h15m
G6057	14:48 - 18:01	3h13m
G6433	16:12 - 19:43	3h31m

Around 15 depatures in total: departure time from 08:00 to 20:50; duration from 2H39M to 3H41M.
See more Zhangjiajie ScheduleDuration: 3.5 - 6 hours
Running Distance: 396 kilometers (246 miles)
Operated at: Changsha Railway Station, Zhangjiajie Railway Station/Zhangjiajie West Railway Station
Stations along the way: Yiyang, Changde, Linli, Shimenxian North, Cili
 (Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
K1077	06:30 - 12:25	5h55m
K73	15:53 - 20:20	4h27m
K687	18:45 - 23:09	4h24m

Over 5 depatures in total: departure time from 06:30 to 20:06; duration from 3H50M to 5H55M.

Note: Timetable is for reference only. Please use the search tool on top of the page for real-time schedule.
 (Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)

Soft Sleeper	Hard Sleeper	Hard Seat
CNY 152.5 - 161.5 USD 22 - 24	CNY 104.5 - 107.5 USD 15 - 16	CNY 50.5 - 68.5 USD 7 - 10

 1. All these rides depart or stop at Changsha Railway Station, the main station located at No. 406 Mid Chezhan Road, Furong District. Travelers need to distinguish it from the South Railway Station.
2. Although it is a trip for 4.5 to 6 hours, if traveling overnight, it is still recommended to have a sleeper bed to guarantee a good rest. If the sleeper bed sold out for overnight ride, a hard seat for day time ride can be a back up option which allows you to enjoy the countryside view along the way.
3. There are Express Buses from Zhangjiajie Railway Station to different scenic spots in Wulingyuan. The bus ride would cost around CNY11 to 15 per person. The departure interval is 10 minutes to an hour based on number of travelers.
 Except rail service, flight and bus service can also be used for this trip. Travelers can compare advantages and disadvantages of each options listed below for a better arrangement.
 

	Train	Long-distance Bus	Flight
Price	CNY50.5 – CNY186	Around CNY120 – CNY140	Around CNY300 – CNY990
Duration	2.5 – 6h	4.5 – 5h	1h
Departures Frequency	Over 20 pairs a day from early morning till late night	Around every 30 to 60 minutes from 7am to 7pm	4 pairs a day
Punctuality	Usually on time	Can be influenced by traffic	Can be influenced by weather
Moving Space	Larger, especially the sleeper carriages	limited leg space	limited leg space
Others	Tickets under great demands	Hard to book a ticket in advance	Airports are far from city centers

See also: Best Way to Travel between Changsha and Zhangjiajie

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