Wuhan - Urumqi Train
Though there is no high speed train running between Wuhan and Urumqi yet, tourists can still take normal speed trains to make a trip between the 2 cities. Now, there are 4 pairs of normal trains operated on this line with the total running distance of about 3,400 - 3,600 km (2,113 - 2,237 mi). A one-way journey takes about 35.5 - 40 hours. The maximum ticket fare of this line is CNY 348 for a hard seat and CNY 631 for a hard sleeper. 
Duration: about 35.5 - 40 hours
Operate at: Hankou/ Wuchang, Urumqi South
Distance: about 3,400 - 3,600 km (2,113 - 2,237 mi)
Top speed: 140/ 160 km/h (87/ 99 mph)
Major stations along the way: Guangshui, Xi'an, Baoji, Lanzhou, Lanzhou West, Xining, Jiayuguan, Hami, Turpan
(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
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(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
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Notes:
1. The above timetables are only for reference. Please search for the real-time schedule via the search tool on the top of this page.
2. "++" indicates you will arrive in the third day. (Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
Transferring in Lanzhou can also be a good choice if the tickets of the trains above have been sold out or you don’t want to sleep on the trains for 2 nights. So far, there are 5 pairs of high speed trains connecting Lanzhou and Wuhan, and 4 pairs of bullet trains linking Lanzhou and Urumqi.
For tourists who are going to transfer between Lanzhou West Railway Station and Lanzhou Railway Station, city buses can be a good way. Currently, city buses 1, K102 and 302 are operated between the 2 stations; a one-way ride takes about 70 minutes. And the route takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
The Lanzhou Subway Line 2 is expected to open in 2019. Lanzhou Railway Station and Lanzhou West Railway Station will be connected by this subway line by then. A more time-saving way of travelling between Wuhan and Urumqi is travelling by plane. Currently, there are 8 pairs of flights operated between the 2 cities, and the number may be increased in peak season. The economy fares of this route change within the range of CNY 450 - 2,200.
Major Rail Lines from Wuhan to:
Basic Facts:
Duration: about 35.5 - 40 hours Operate at: Hankou/ Wuchang, Urumqi South Distance: about 3,400 - 3,600 km (2,113 - 2,237 mi) Top speed: 140/ 160 km/h (87/ 99 mph) Major stations along the way: Guangshui, Xi'an, Baoji, Lanzhou, Lanzhou West, Xining, Jiayuguan, Hami, TurpanWuhan to Urumqi Train Schedule:
(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Z292 | 17:19 - 07:08++ | 37h49m |
| T306 | 19:08 - 09:23++ | 38h15m |
| Z138 | 20:26 - 08:49++ | 36h23m |
Urumqi to Wuhan Train Timetable:
(Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| T308 | 17:40 - 09:14++ | 39h34m |
| Z136 | 19:45 - 09:31++ | 37h46m |
| Z294 | 20:02 - 11:15++ | 39h13m |
Notes:
1. The above timetables are only for reference. Please search for the real-time schedule via the search tool on the top of this page.
2. "++" indicates you will arrive in the third day.
Wuhan - Urumqi Train Ticket Fare
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| CNY 952 - 982 USD 140 - 144 | CNY 616 - 637 USD 91 - 94 | CNY 341 - 352 USD 50 - 52 |
Transfer in Lanzhou for High Speed Trains
| Route | Schedule | Duration | Ticket Fare (Second Class Seat) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wuhan - Lanzhou West | About 5 pairs from around 10:26 to 16:51 | 7 - 9 hours | CNY 629 |
| Lanzhou/ Lanzhou West - Urumqi | About 4 pairs from around 07:50 to 10:40 | 11 - 12 hours | CNY 551 |
| Total | - | 18 - 21 hours | CNY 1,180 |
The Lanzhou Subway Line 2 is expected to open in 2019. Lanzhou Railway Station and Lanzhou West Railway Station will be connected by this subway line by then.
Other Transportation Option: Wuhan - Urumqi Flight
Major Rail Lines from Wuhan to: Major Rail Lines from Urumqi to:
- Last updated on Apr. 25, 2023 -