Beijing - Qingdao Train
More than 20 pairs of high speed trains are operated between Beijing and Qingdao with a length of 509 miles (819 km) and duration of 3 - 8.5 hours. It costs CNY 344 - 380 for a second class seat, and CNY 550 - 599 for a first class one. Normal trains are out of service. Alternatively, passengers can take a flight to travel between the two cities in about 1.5 hours at a cost of around CNY 800 - 1,200.
Duration: about 3 - 8.5 hours
Distance: about 819 kilometers (509 miles)
Top speed: 300 km/h (186 mph)
Operated at: Beijing South Railway Station, Beijing Fengtai Railway Station, Beijing Railway Station, Qingdao/ Qingdao North Railway Station
Stations along the way: Langfang, Tianjin South, Cangzhou West, Dezhou East, Jinan West, Jinan, Zhangqiu, Zibo, Qingzhoushi, Changle, Weifang, Gaomi, Jiaozhou North
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Around 23 departures in total: departure time from 07:11 to 23:00; duration from 3h to 5h18m.
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Around 27 departures in total: departure time from 07:03 to 20:45; duration from 3h5m to 8h36m.
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Note: The timetable is for reference only. You can search for the real-time schedule by the tool on this page top.
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Passengers can take a flight which takes around 1.5 hours, but it costs more. And the airports are located in the suburban areas and one may need at least 2 hours for the transfers to/from the airport. In this case, it takes almost the same time as the high speed ride. In addition, the flight can be easily affected by the weather, and it’s not as punctual as trains. All in all, rail travel is a better choice.
For passengers with a limited budget and those failing to get a train or flight ticket, long-distance bus can be a choice. It departs from Zhaogongkou Coach Station at 09:30 every day with a duration of nearly 8 hours, which can be reached by taking Beijing subway line 8. A tickets costs CNY 194.
See also: Best Way to Travel between Beijing and Qingdao
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Basic Facts:
Duration: about 3 - 8.5 hours Distance: about 819 kilometers (509 miles) Top speed: 300 km/h (186 mph) Operated at: Beijing South Railway Station, Beijing Fengtai Railway Station, Beijing Railway Station, Qingdao/ Qingdao North Railway Station Stations along the way: Langfang, Tianjin South, Cangzhou West, Dezhou East, Jinan West, Jinan, Zhangqiu, Zibo, Qingzhoushi, Changle, Weifang, Gaomi, Jiaozhou NorthBeijing to Qingdao High Speed Train Schedule:
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G201 | 07:11 - 10:38 | 3h27m |
| G1063 | 09:28 - 14:19 | 4h51m |
| G1069 | 12:31 - 17:22 | 4h51m |
| G1075 | 15:38 - 20:37 | 4h59m |
| G213 | 19:44 - 23:02 | 3h18m |
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Qingdao to Beijing Bullet Train Timetable:
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G1064 | 07:03 - 11:12 | 4h9m |
| G206 | 10:19 - 13:58 | 3h39m |
| G1070 | 12:12 - 17:03 | 4h51m |
| G1078 | 16:16 - 21:10 | 4h54m |
| G214 | 19:13 - 22:25 | 3h12m |
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Note: The timetable is for reference only. You can search for the real-time schedule by the tool on this page top.
Beijing - Qingdao High Speed Train Ticket Fare
| Business Class Seat | First Class Seat | Second Class Seat |
|---|---|---|
| CNY 1,064 - 1,258 USD 149 - 177 | CNY 550 - 599 USD 77 - 84 | CNY 344 - 380 USD 48 - 53 |
Flights VS. High Speed Trains
For passengers with a limited budget and those failing to get a train or flight ticket, long-distance bus can be a choice. It departs from Zhaogongkou Coach Station at 09:30 every day with a duration of nearly 8 hours, which can be reached by taking Beijing subway line 8. A tickets costs CNY 194.
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- Last updated on Jun. 28, 2025 by Grace Yang -