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Beijing to Changsha: Best Ways to Travel

Changsha is about 1,500km (930mi) south from Beijing and the best way to travel between these two cities is by plane. Flight time takes about 2.5 to 3 hours, and its Economy Class ticket fare is about CNY400 to CNY1,500. Tourists may also consider high speed trains, whose duration varies from 5.5 to 7.5 hours, costing at least CNY648.5. The overnight normal speed sleeper train and long-distance bus cost less but a longer journey of 14 to 21 hours, thus saving up on a night accommodation.

Best Ways to Travel from Beijing to Changsha

1. Beijing to Changsha Flight: 2.5 to 3 hours, CNY400-1,500

There are 10 to 16 Beijing to Changsha flights daily, and the average flight duration is about 2.5 to 3 hours. Passengers can either depart from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to reach Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX). Flights between the two cities from 12:00 to 18:00are available on hourly basis. However, the earliest flight is at 07:00 and the latest 23:00. The ticket fare for Economy Class Seat is CNY400 to CNY1,500

2. High Speed Train: 5.5 to 7.5 hours, CNY648.5 to CNY2,367.5

The high-speed train is another option if you have a flexible schedule. Each day about 20 high speed trains depart from Beijing West Railway Station to Changsha South Railway Station. Travel duration is about 5.5 to 7.5 hours, and most trains set off between 7:00 and 12:00.

Fare:
Business Class Seat: CNY2,210.5-2,367.5; First Class Seat: CNY1,036.5-1,202.5; Second Class Seat: CNY648.5-751.5

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3. Overnight Normal Speed Train: 14 to 21 hours, CNY189.5 to CNY504.5

There are over 15 normal speed trains from Beijing to Changsha daily. Some depart from Beijing Railway Station while others from Beijing West Railway Station. The only destination station is Changsha Railway Station. Most trains are available between 17:00 and 22:00 hours.

Fare:
Soft Sleeper: CNY504.5; Hard Sleeper: CNY322.5; Hard Seat: CNY189.5

Best Ways to Travel from Changsha to Beijing

1. Changsha to Beijing Flight: about 2.5 hours, CNY500 to CNY1,500

There are frequent flights from Changsha Huanghua International Airport, arriving at either Beijing Capital International Airport or Daxing International Airport daily. All these flights are scheduled between 7:30 to 22:00 at an hourly basis.

2. High Speed Train: 5.5 to 7.5 hours, CNY648.5 to CNY2,367.5

There are 10 to 12 high speed trains from Changsha to Beijing with a duration of 5.5 to 7 hours. Trains depart from Changsha South Railway Station hourly between 12:00 and 17:00 hours and they arrive at Beijing West Railway Station.

Fare:
Business Class Seat: CNY2,050.5-2,367.5; First Class Seat: CNY1,036.5-1122.5; Second Class Seat: CNY648.5-751.5

3. Overnight Normal Speed Train: 14 to 23 hours, CNY189.5 to CNY504.5

There are over 15 trains departing from Changsha Railway Station daily and arriving at Beijing Railway Station or Beijing West Railway Station. Passengers intending to save on accommodation should book a train departing in the afternoon.

Fare:
Soft Sleeper: CNY504.5; Hard Sleeper: CNY322.5; Hard Seat: CNY189.5

- Last updated on Aug. 29, 2024 by Gabby Li -