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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.

Changsha - Zhangjiajie High Speed Train

Basic Facts

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

Changsha to Zhangjiajie High Speed Train Schedule

(Last Update on Mar 2, 2022)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
C8011	07:45 - 10:42	2h57m
C8051	09:00 - 12:06	3h6m
C8073	12:05 - 15:20	3h15m
C8015	14:00 - 16:43	2h43m
C8089	18:16 - 21:44	3h28m

Around 15 depatures in total: departure time from 07:45 to 19:53; duration from 2H41M to 3H31M.
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Zhangjiajie to Changsha High Speed Train Schedule

(Last Update on Mar 2, 2022)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
C8041	09:20 - 12:29	3h9m
C8053	12:21 - 15:31	3h10m
C8087	14:40 - 17:57	3h17m
C8079	16:06 - 19:31	3h25m
C8029	20:00 - 22:44	2h44m

Around 15 depatures in total: departure time from 08:00 to 20:50; duration from 2H39M to 3H41M.
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Note: Timetable is for reference only. Please use the search tool on top of the page for real-time schedule.

Ticket Price

(Last Update on Mar 2, 2022)

First Class Seat	Second Class Seat
CNY 166 - 186 USD 26 - 29	CNY 97 - 115 USD 15 - 18

Normal Trains

Basic Facts

Duration: 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

Changsha to Zhangjiajie Train Schedule

(Last Update on Mar 2, 2022)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
K688	00:52 - 04:55	4h3m
K74	05:00 - 09:03	4h3m
K1376	07:21 - 13:12	5h51m
K192	19:51 - 23:42	3h51m
K1078	23:40 - 05:07+	5h27m

Over 5 depatures in total: departure time from 00:52 to 23:40; duration from 3H38M to 5H51M.

Zhangjiajie to Changsha Train Timetable

(Last Update on Mar 2, 2022)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
K1077	06:30 - 12:25	5h55m
K73	15:56 - 20:37	4h41m
T8301	17:35 - 21:25	3h50m
K687	18:48 - 22:57	4h9m
K9205	19:30 - 23:44	4h14m

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.

Ticket Fare for Changsha – Zhangjiajie Train

(Last Update on Mar 2, 2022)

Soft Sleeper	Hard Sleeper	Hard Seat
CNY 152.5 - 197.5 USD 24 - 31	CNY 104.5 - 132.5 USD 16 - 21	CNY 50.5 - 68.5 USD 8 - 11

Travel Tips:

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.

How to choose between Changsha – Zhangjiajie Train, Flight and Bus?

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

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- Last modified on Jan. 04, 2021 -

Questions & Answers on Changsha - Zhangjiajie Train

Asked by Eileen Ho from USA | Dec. 27, 2019 09:03

Train from Changsha to Zhangjiajie

Hello~
Is C8034 train is currently operating between Changsha to Zhangjiajie?
I need to book 4 first class tickets; however this train # does not appear on the 4/15/2020 timetable?
Perhaps it's too early?

Answers (3)

Answered by TravelChinaGuide | Dec. 29, 2019 17:04

Thank you for your inquiry.

The train is already in service, however, as a new route, only trains in recent dates are confirmed. The schedule for further dates are not posted yet. You can recheck and make booking later when the date is more approaching.

Answered by Eileen Ho from USA | Jan. 02, 2020 17:34

Also, what form of payment type do you accept?

Answered by TravelChinaGuide | Jan. 02, 2020 19:28

Thank you for your inquiry.

We can accept payment by credit card via PayPal, West Union, Wechat and Alipay.

Asked by Latham | Sep. 24, 2019 00:48

Can you please advise us if this schedule is workable or not?

We plan to take T8324 at 08:15 to catch G2369 at 1:27pm to Chengdu East.

Answers (1)

Answered by Tiara from UNITED KINGDOM | Sep. 24, 2019 20:41

This route is not workable, T8324 will stop at Changsha Station at 12:40pm, G2369 departs from South Station instead. They are different stations. You cannot reach the South Station in time to catch G2369. You need a later train, at least after 2pm.

Asked by Fenny from INDONESIA | Jul. 26, 2019 02:11

From Zhangjiajie to Shanghai

HI, how many day do we need to explore zhangjiajie? can we go direct to shanghai from Zhangjiajie? by what transportation? Or is it closer to beijing rather than to Shanghai from zhangiajie?

Answers (1)

Answered by Trayden from MALTA | Aug. 04, 2019 23:30

Maybe around 3 or 4 days in Zhangjiajie. In fact Shanghai is a little bit closer than Beijing. There is normal rides from both Beijing and Shanghai but takes almost a day on the way. You may consider flight.

Asked by Leroy from MEXICO | Apr. 15, 2019 04:11

What is a soft seat? What's difference between soft seat and hard seat?

Answers (1)

Answered by Redmond from CANADA | Apr. 16, 2019 02:23

Not a big difference with hard seat, but indeed larger space and less passengers in the carriage. Soft seat is 2+2 form, 2 seats on each side and passengers sit face to face with a small table between.

Asked by Anna Essex from FRANCE | Sep. 20, 2018 16:48

From tangkou to zhangjiaje

Hello! What is the cheapest way to go from tangkou to zhangjiaje?

Xiexie

Answers (3)

Answered by Denny | Sep. 20, 2018 23:42

Do you mean Tangkou in Huangshan? You may conside a ride to Huaihua and then change to other ride to Zhangjiajie

Answered by Anna Essex from FRANCE | Sep. 21, 2018 17:20

By ride you mean bus? There are bus from tangkou to Changsha ? Tksss

Answered by Denny | Sep. 22, 2018 01:08

Sorry, I mean by train.