Shanghai to Xian Trains
Departure schedule
Morning departures
Fastest trip5 hrs 39 min
Longest trip9 hrs 1 min
Earliest06:09
Latest11:32
Departures15
Afternoon departures
Fastest trip6 hrs 26 min
Longest trip8 hrs 56 min
Earliest12:36
Latest17:07
Departures6
Evening departures
Fastest trip10 hrs 44 min
Longest trip11 hrs 1 min
Earliest18:22
Latest18:44
Departures2
Travelling from Shanghai to Xian by Train
Travelling by high-speed train from Shanghai to Xi’an is one of the most convenient ways to connect these two remarkable cities. The journey takes about 6 hours, with up to 15 departures daily, giving travellers plenty of flexibility. Both Shanghai and Xi’an stations are centrally located, making it easy to continue your trip upon arrival.
Onboard, modern CRH trains offer spacious seats, air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and generous luggage storage, while a dining car provides meals and refreshments. This route not only saves time but also enhances your itinerary, linking the cosmopolitan flair of Shanghai with the historic treasures of Xi’an, including the world-famous Terracotta Army.Shanghai to Xian trains information
Shanghai
Hongqiao, ChinaShanghai railway station, ChinaShanghainan, ChinaShanghai Songjiang railway station, China
1387 km
Xian
Xian North station, ChinaXian station, ChinaXian West station, China
5 h 39 m
Shortest travel time
$116
Lowest train ticket cost
23
Avg. daily departures
06:09
Earliest departure
18:44
Latest departure
Travelling by high-speed train from Shanghai to Xi’an is one of the most convenient ways to connect these two remarkable cities. The journey takes about 6 hours, with up to 15 departures daily, giving travellers plenty of flexibility. Both Shanghai and Xi’an stations are centrally located, making it easy to continue your trip upon arrival.
Onboard, modern CRH trains offer spacious seats, air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and generous luggage storage, while a dining car provides meals and refreshments. This route not only saves time but also enhances your itinerary, linking the cosmopolitan flair of Shanghai with the historic treasures of Xi’an, including the world-famous Terracotta Army.