Guangzhou - Tianjin Train
Only 7 pairs of normal trains run between Guangzhou / Guangzhou East Railway Station and Tianjin Railway Station with duration of 22.5 – 28 hours. Ticket fare for a hard sleeper is CNY456/477.5. The distance is about 2,100 kilometers (1,305 miles).
Direct high speed trains are not available at the moment. But there are many transfer options including Wuhan, Zhengzhou and Beijing, among which Beijing is the most popular. By transferring in Beijing for high speed train connection, the travel time can be shortened to 8.5-11.5 hours.
(Last Update on Nov 7, 2019)
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(Last Update on Nov 7, 2019)
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Notes:
1. The timetable is for reference only. Please check for the real-time schedule via the search box on page top.
2. "+" indicates the second day.
(Last Update on Nov 7, 2019)
Stations along the way:
Z112/Z114: Shaoguan East, Danxiashan, Ganzhou, Ji'an, Nanchang West, Jiujiang, Macheng, Huangchuan, Fuyang, Shangqiu South, Heze, Liaocheng, Hengshui, Renqiu
Z236/Z238, T124/T122, T370/T368, Z14/Z12: Shaoguan East, Chenzhou, Hengyang, Zhuzhou, Changsha, Yueyang, Chibi, Xianning, Wuchang, Xiaogan, Huayuan, Guangshui, Xinyang, Luohe, Xuchang, Zhengzhou, Xinxiang, Hebi, Anyang, Handan, Xingtai, Shijiazhuang, Dingzhou, Xushui, Baoding, Baiyangdian, Bazhou
T254/T253: Shaoguan East, Chenzhou, Hengyang, Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Luohe, Zhengzhou, Xinxiang, Anyang, Handan, Shijiazhuang North, Xinji, Hengshui, Dezhou, Cangzhou, Qingxian, Jinghai
Z386/Z384: Shaoguan East, Hengyang, Jinggangshan, Ji’an, Jiujiang, Fuyang, Bozhou, Shangqiu South, Heze, Liaocheng, Hengshui, Renqiu
Passengers can also travel by high speed trains between Guangzhou and Tianjin, but a transfer in Beijing or Wuhan is needed.
Via Beijing
The ticket fare differs based on different trains and stations.
Via Wuhan
The ticket fare differs based on different trains and stations.
Currently, the quickest way to travel between the two cities should be flights, taking about 3 hours. Based on different seasons, discounts are offered by the airlines and the ticket fare for an economy class varies from CNY500 to CNY1,000. For passengers who travel in a hurry, flights will be the first choice.
Compared with normal speed trains, bullet trains can save much time and they are more punctual. Scenery along the way can be a feast for the eyes.
The normal speed overnight sleeper trains are more popular among budget travelers as they are much cheaper, and can save one-night accommodation fee and day time.
Major Rail Lines from Guangzhou to:
Major Rail Lines from Tianjin to:
Direct high speed trains are not available at the moment. But there are many transfer options including Wuhan, Zhengzhou and Beijing, among which Beijing is the most popular. By transferring in Beijing for high speed train connection, the travel time can be shortened to 8.5-11.5 hours.
Guangzhou to Tianjin Train Schedule
Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
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Z112 | 07:36 - 05:57+ | 22h21m |
T370 | 13:25 - 16:27+ | 27h2m |
Z14 | 17:10 - 15:57+ | 22h47m |
T124 | 17:37 - 19:25+ | 25h48m |
T254 | 19:30 - 22:00+ | 26h30m |
Z236 | 19:50 - 20:21+ | 24h31m |
Z386 | 22:49 - 01:43++ | 26h54m |
Tianjin to Guangzhou Train Timetable
Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
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Z384 | 02:55 - 05:04+ | 26h9m |
T368 | 03:01 - 05:23+ | 26h22m |
Z238 | 07:58 - 08:30+ | 24h32m |
T122 | 08:24 - 10:48+ | 26h24m |
T252 | 12:33 - 15:51+ | 27h18m |
Z12 | 14:43 - 13:50+ | 23h7m |
Z114 | 22:44 - 21:10+ | 22h26m |
Notes:
1. The timetable is for reference only. Please check for the real-time schedule via the search box on page top.
2. "+" indicates the second day.
Ticket Fare of Guangzhou – Tianjin Trains
Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
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CNY 768 - 836.5 USD 109 - 119 | CNY 456 - 487.5 USD 65 - 69 | CNY 251 - 268.5 USD 36 - 38 |





Faster high speed train transfers in Beijing or Wuhan

Schedule | Duration | Ticket fare for a second class seat | |
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Guangzhou – Beijing | 10 pairs daily | 8 – 10.5 hours | CNY 709/ 862 |
Beijing – Tianjin | More than 120 pairs daily | 0.5 – 1 hour | CNY 54.5/ 58.5 |
Total | --- | 8.5 – 11.5 hours | CNY 763.5 – 920.5 |

Schedule | Duration | Ticket fare for a second class seat | |
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Guangzhou – Wuhan | About 60 pairs daily | 3.5 – 5 hours | CNY 463.5 |
Wuhan – Tianjin | 7 pairs daily | 6 - 8 hours | CNY 524.5 - 658.5 |
Total | --- | 9.5 – 13 hours | CNY 988 – 1,122 |
Guangzhou – Tianjin Trains vs. Flight
Compared with normal speed trains, bullet trains can save much time and they are more punctual. Scenery along the way can be a feast for the eyes.
The normal speed overnight sleeper trains are more popular among budget travelers as they are much cheaper, and can save one-night accommodation fee and day time.


- Last modified on Oct. 20, 2019 -
Questions & Answers on Guangzhou - Tianjin Train
Asked by Noal from USA | Oct. 18, 2019 01:11
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Book G306 from Shenzhen North to Tianjin West
Can I board from Guangzhou South Station? Thank you for your reply in advance.
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Answered by TravelChinaGuide | Oct. 20, 2019 17:48
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Thank you for your inquiry.
If you booked tickets from Shenzhen North, you can board from Guangzhou South at 10:50am. However, you need to collect paper tickets out before 10:10am, the departure time from Shenzhen North.
If you booked tickets from Shenzhen North, you can board from Guangzhou South at 10:50am. However, you need to collect paper tickets out before 10:10am, the departure time from Shenzhen North.
Asked by Karen from UNITED KINGDOM | Dec. 24, 2018 01:31
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Is G296 a direct train or I still need to transfer in Wuhan or Beijing?
By the way, will the station open at 6am?
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Answered by TravelChinaGuide | Dec. 24, 2018 19:03
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Thank you for your inquiry.
This G296 is a direct ride to Tianjin, you do not need to transfer at Wuhan or Beijing. You only need to get off at the final stop. The station works according to the train schedule. Since G296 departs at 6:28am, the station should open around 5:30am. Please rest assured.
This G296 is a direct ride to Tianjin, you do not need to transfer at Wuhan or Beijing. You only need to get off at the final stop. The station works according to the train schedule. Since G296 departs at 6:28am, the station should open around 5:30am. Please rest assured.