Pingyao to Datong Train
Up to now, 9 high speed trains run from Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station to Datong South Railway Station. It takes about 2.5 - 3 hours and costs CNY 243 for first class seat and CNY 145.5 for second class seat.
From Pingyao to Datong, 2 normal speed trains are in service. These trains are all handled by Pingyao Railway Station and Datong Railway Station with total travel time of 6 to 7.5 hours. The train ticket fare for a soft sleeper is CNY 174.5 and for a hard sleeper is CNY 117.5 - 130.
Ancient City of Pingyao is the very place where you should go if you want to experience and know the traditional folk customs and life style. The ancient town is now on the list of the world cultural heritages because of it time-honored history and well-preserved historical relics including the Ancient City Wall which is shaped like a turtle, Ancient Ming-Qing Street where you can find specialties, snacks and souvenirs, Rishengchang Former Bank where the development of ancient China’s banks are showed as well as Ancient Government Office where you may see the performance of an old trail there.
Most importantly, Qiao Family Compound should also be added to your travel schedule. The family compound layouts like the Chinese Character “囍” and shows exquisite carvings and decorations in Chinese architecture. It is regretful to travel Pingyiao without visiting Qiao Family Compound.
Mt. Hengshan Scenic Spot
As one of the famous ‘Five Sacred Mountains (Wu Yue)’ in China, Mt. Hengshan known as “Bei Yue” embodies various natural sceneries and man-made landscapes including Tianfeng Summit and Hanging Monastery which is built on the cliff of Mt. Hengshan. With beautiful natural scenery, it should be the top 1 place to go in Datong.
Yungang Grottoes
With a history dating back to as early as Northern Wei Dynasty (386 - 534), Yungang Grottoes has witnessed the tremendous social development throughout dynasties. Currently, it is one of three well-known cave clusters in China. Five status of Buddha are carved based on emperors Taizu, Taizong, Shizu, Gaozong and Gaozu and demonstrate the religious belief of that time: the emperor is the Buddha.
Wooden Pagoda
Entitled as the oldest and highest wooden structure in China, Wooden Pagoda was built during the Liao Dynasty (907 - 1125). It looks like a five-storey building from the outside, but actually, it has nine floors with 4 hidden inside. The murals on the walls are quite vivid and the decoration outside the architecture is very exquisite.
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From Pingyao to Datong, 2 normal speed trains are in service. These trains are all handled by Pingyao Railway Station and Datong Railway Station with total travel time of 6 to 7.5 hours. The train ticket fare for a soft sleeper is CNY 174.5 and for a hard sleeper is CNY 117.5 - 130.
Pingyao to Datong Train Tickets Booking
Train | Dep. | Arr. |
| Train | Dep. | Arr. | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
D2816 3H5M | 08:11 Pingyao Ancient Town | 11:16 Datong South | |
D1038 2H49M | 09:31 Pingyao Ancient Town | 12:20 Datong South | |
D2582 2H34M | 12:34 Pingyao Ancient Town | 15:08 Datong South | |
D5374 3H22M | 13:33 Pingyao Ancient Town | 16:55 Datong South | |
K7808 7H25M | 13:40 Pingyao | 21:05 Datong | |
D2008 2H50M | 15:19 Pingyao Ancient Town | 18:09 Datong South | |
K2096 5H49M | 16:36 Pingyao | 22:25 Datong | |
D2822 2H33M | 16:40 Pingyao Ancient Town | 19:13 Datong South | |
G2456 2H17M | 17:42 Pingyao Ancient Town | 19:59 Datong South | |
D2568 2H45M | 20:22 Pingyao Ancient Town | 23:07 Datong South | |
D5376 2H21M | 21:03 Pingyao Ancient Town | 23:24 Datong South |
Where to Go in Pingyao
Most importantly, Qiao Family Compound should also be added to your travel schedule. The family compound layouts like the Chinese Character “囍” and shows exquisite carvings and decorations in Chinese architecture. It is regretful to travel Pingyiao without visiting Qiao Family Compound.
Where to Go in Datong
As one of the famous ‘Five Sacred Mountains (Wu Yue)’ in China, Mt. Hengshan known as “Bei Yue” embodies various natural sceneries and man-made landscapes including Tianfeng Summit and Hanging Monastery which is built on the cliff of Mt. Hengshan. With beautiful natural scenery, it should be the top 1 place to go in Datong.
Yungang Grottoes
With a history dating back to as early as Northern Wei Dynasty (386 - 534), Yungang Grottoes has witnessed the tremendous social development throughout dynasties. Currently, it is one of three well-known cave clusters in China. Five status of Buddha are carved based on emperors Taizu, Taizong, Shizu, Gaozong and Gaozu and demonstrate the religious belief of that time: the emperor is the Buddha.
Wooden Pagoda
Entitled as the oldest and highest wooden structure in China, Wooden Pagoda was built during the Liao Dynasty (907 - 1125). It looks like a five-storey building from the outside, but actually, it has nine floors with 4 hidden inside. The murals on the walls are quite vivid and the decoration outside the architecture is very exquisite.
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- Last updated on Aug. 11, 2025 by Grace Yang -