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Changsha - Zhangjiajie Train

Currently, 22 high speed trains run between Changsha and Zhangjiajie with a travel time of 3 - 3.5 hours. Also, there are 15 pairs of normal speed trains running between the two cities. The duration for this popular tourist route is around 4.5 to 5.5 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: 3 - 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 Jun 8, 2020)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
C8061	06:30 - 09:35	3h5m
C8051	09:00 - 12:06	3h6m
C8073	12:05 - 15:21	3h16m
C8015	14:00 - 16:40	2h40m
C8089	18:16 - 21:54	3h38m
C8039	20:55 - 23:53	2h58m

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Zhangjiajie to Changsha High Speed Train Schedule

(Last Update on Jun 8, 2020)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
C8041	09:20 - 12:29	3h9m
C8033	10:22 - 13:25	3h3m
C8053	12:21 - 15:30	3h9m
C8087	14:40 - 17:57	3h17m
C8037	17:24 - 20:31	3h7m

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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 Jun 8, 2020)

Second Class Seat
CNY 102 - 115 USD 15 - 17

Normal Trains

Basic Facts

Duration: 4.5 hours to 6 hours
Running Distance: 396 kilometers (246 miles)
Operated at: Changsha Railway Station, Zhangjiajie Railway Station
Stations along the way: Yiyang, Changde, Linli, Shimenxian North, Cili

Changsha to Zhangjiajie Train Schedule

(Last Update on Jun 8, 2020)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
K1078	00:03 - 05:21	5h18m
K688	01:18 - 05:07	3h49m
T8302	01:46 - 05:30	3h44m
K74	05:03 - 09:22	4h19m
K9006	05:09 - 08:59	3h50m
K966	06:00 - 10:49	4h49m
K1376	07:28 - 12:58	5h30m
K6632	09:12 - 14:59	5h47m
K810	11:35 - 17:24	5h49m
K6562	18:52 - 00:23+	5h31m
K192	19:52 - 23:47	3h55m
K580	20:00 - 00:08+	4h8m
K9064	21:34 - 03:15+	5h41m

Zhangjiajie to Changsha Train Timetable

(Last Update on Jun 8, 2020)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
K968	02:24 - 07:22	4h58m
K579	04:53 - 09:00	4h7m
K1077	06:30 - 12:18	5h48m
K808	15:54 - 21:13	5h19m
K73	16:02 - 20:53	4h51m
K9066	16:56 - 22:17	5h21m
T8301	17:43 - 21:25	3h42m
K687	18:51 - 22:55	4h4m
K1374	18:58 - 23:45	4h47m
K9005	19:23 - 23:38	4h15m
K191	20:06 - 00:19+	4h13m

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 Jun 8, 2020)

Soft Sleeper	Hard Sleeper	Hard Seat
CNY 191.5 - 234.5 USD 28 - 34	CNY 108.5 - 187.5 USD 16 - 27	CNY 50.5 - 83.5 USD 7 - 12

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	CNY54.5 – CNY234.5	Around CNY120 – CNY140	Around CNY300 – CNY990
Duration	3 – 6h	4.5 – 5h	1h
Departures Frequency	37 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 May. 18, 2020 -

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.