Beijing - Fuzhou Train

A total of 9 pairs of trains run between Beijing and Fuzhou. Among them, 7 pairs are high speed trains taking 7.5 - 11 hours. The rest 2 pairs are normal trains taking 20 – 35 hours. Fuzhou to Beijing distance by high speed train is 1,808/2,011 kilometers (1,123/1,250 miles) and by normal speed one is 2,067/2,331 kilometers (1,284/1,448 miles). 

  

 Open date: June 28th, 2015

Beijing - Fuzhou High Speed Train

 Duration: 7.5 - 11 hours

 Distance: 1,800 kilometers (1,118 miles)

 Top Speed: 250 km/h (167 mph) or 300 km/h (186 mph)

 Stations along the way: Beijing South, Langfang, Tianjin South, Tianjin West, Cangzhou West, Dezhou East, Jinan West, Tai'an, Qufu East, Tengzhou East, Zaozhuang, Xuzhou East, Suzhou East in Anhui, Bengbu South, Huainan East, Shuijiahu, Hefei Beicheng, Hefei South, Changlinhe, Chaohu East, Wuwei, Tongling North, Nanling, Jingxian, Jingde, Jixi North, Shexian North, Huangshan North, Wuyuan, Dexing, Shangrao, Wufushan, Wuyishan North, Wuyishan East, Jian'ou West, Nanping North, Gutian North, Minqing North, Fuzhou.
 

Beijing Schedule
(Last update on October 13th, 2017) Fuzhou Schedule
(Last update on October 13th, 2017)Note: The above timetable is for reference only. The real-time schedule can be searched via the search box on top of this page.
  

Beijing - Fuzhou High Speed Railway Map

 Beijing - Bengbu: This section shares the railway track with Beijing-Shanghai High Speed Train, which was put into use on June 30th, 2011. The travel time along this section is about 3.5 - 4 hours.

 Bengbu - Hefei: This section has been in operation since October 16th, 2012. It takes about 45 - 65 minutes to complete the journey.

 Hefei - Fuzhou: This section has been in service since June 28th, 2015, shortening the rail travel time to 3.5-4.5 hours. After being opened, most high speed trains to/from Hefei has been transferred to South Railway Station from the previous Hefei Railway Station. Along this Hefei-Fuzhou section, there are many popular attractions, such as Yellow Mountain, Wuyuan (reputed to be the 'Most Beautiful Countryside in China'), Mt. Wuyi, and Mt. Sanqingshan. Its operation has brought great convenience for travelers to these sites. In addition, operation of Hefei-Fuzhou section has connected Shanghai, Xiamen and Nanchang with the above attractions via previously opened high speed rail lines.
 

Along the way, there are a number of famous attractions, including time-honored architecture, and breathtaking natural scenery. The section between Hefei and Fuzhou is even praised as the 'most beautiful high speed railway' for its beautiful landscapes one after another.

 Beijing: Forbidden City, Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven…
 Taian: Mount Taishan, Dai Temple…
 Qufu: Confucius Temple, Confucius Family Mansion & Cemetery...
 Jinan: Daming Lake Park, Baotu Spring Park, Thousand-Buddha Mountain…
 Huangshan: Yellow Mountain, Tunxi Ancient Street, Xidi Ancient Village and Hongcun Ancient Village…
 Wuyuan: Wuyuan County, Tortoise Peak, Yuanyang Lake (Lake of Mandarin Ducks), Gexian Mountain, Sanqing Mountain…
 Wuyishan: Mt. Wuyi…

See more: 8 Most Scenic Train Rides in China

Sunrise over Yellow Mountain

Bamboo Rafting in Mt. Wuyi Scenic Area

K45 and Z59 at 10:40 and 14:45Z60 and K46 at 16:57 and 18:12

 Duration: 20 - 35 hours
 Running length: 2,067/2,331 kilometers (1,284/1,448 miles)
 Ticket Fare: CNY703 per person for a soft sleeper, CNY456 per person for a hard sleeper, CNY251 per person for a hard seat

All of them are operated between Beijing Railway Station/West Railway Station and Fuzhou Railway Station. If you want to travel by normal speed trains, Z59/Z60 are recommended as they take shorter time, about 20 hours compared with K45/K46 taking 35 hours. You are advised to purchase a soft sleeper or hard sleeper berth for such a long journey. The sleeper tickets should be booked in advance as they are always in great demands. The beautiful scenery along the way may give you some comfort, but you’d better download some videos or bring some snacks to kill the time as well.

 Running routes:
Z59/Z60: Fuyang, Yingtan, Wuyishan
K45/K46: Langfang North, Tianjin West, Jinghai, Qingxian, Cangzhou, Botou, Wuqiao, Dezhou, Jinan, Taishan, Xuzhou, Bengbu, Nanjing, Ma’anshan, Wuhu, Xuancheng, Jixixian, Huangshan, Jingdezhen, Lepingshi, Yingtan, Zixi, Guangze, Zhaowu, Shunchang, Nanping South
 Beijing to Fuzhou flight takes about 3 hours for a single journey, which is a good choice for those who travel in a hurry, but it usually costs more than a rail trip. Also, flight delays occurring in bad weather or during air traffic control may affect your travel plan.

High speed train is more punctual than flight. Also, its ticket is generally cheaper than a flight ticket. Beijing – Fuzhou High Speed Railway is praised as one of the 'most beautiful high speed railways', so the scenery along the way can be a good enjoyment, too.
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