Xian to Beijing Tour Plans - How to Travel from Xian to Beijing
Some travelers want to take trips to Xian from Beijing, while some would like to take Xian Beijing vacations. If you are planning a Xian Beijing tour, you are in the right place to get clear ideas about how to transfer from Xian to Beijing.
Xian Beijing Transfer Map
The ancient capital Xian is located in Shaanxi province, southwest of Beijing. The transportation between the two cities is convenient and easy. Travelers could reach China’s Capital - Beijing from Xian by high speed train - most recommended, by flight and by normal train.
How to travel - by bullet train, flight or normal train?
① By Bullet Train: comfortable, enjoyable and environment-friendly; only takes about 4.5 hours to 6 hours; beautiful scenery along the way.
② By Flight: the fastest way to get to Beijing, only takes 2 hours; sometimes, you may have a chance to get discounted economy flight ticket which is even cheaper than the high speed train's.
③ By Normal Train: the slowest way to reach Beijing; crowded on the train; budget and money saving, if you take overnight train, also save one night accommodation fee.
Xian to Beijing High Speed Train
Now, more and more travelers choose to take high speed train from Xian to Beijing. It is a very impressive and comfortable way to transfer. Also, sometimes the it is usually cheaper than taking a flight.
• From: Xian North Railway Station; • To: Beijing West Railway Station
Every day, there are about 20 G trains running from Xian North Railway Station to Beijing West Railway Station. It is quite fast, taking about 4.5-6 hours. The bullet trains are available from 07:00 to 19:00. Three types of seats with different prices are provided on high speed trains: Second Class Seat (the cheapest), First Class Seat (moderate-priced) and Business Class Seat (the most expensive and luxury type). You could choose the right one according to your schedule and preference.
• Useful Links: Beijing Xian High Speed Train | Xian to Beijing Train Schedules, Seats & Ticket Fares
Xian North Railway Station (Pinyin: Xian Bei Zhan 西安北站)
▶ Address: Yuansuo Rd, Weiyang District, Xian City 西安市未央区元朔路
• Useful Link: >>Learn more about Xian Train Stations
Beijing West Railway Station (Pinyin: Beijing Xizhan 北京西站)
▶ Address: 118, East Lianhuachi Rd, Fengtai District, Beijing 北京市丰台区莲花池东路118号
• Useful Link: >>Learn more about Beijing Train Stations
Xian to Beijing Flight
Taking a flight is a popular way to transfer from Xian to Beijing. Every day, there are over 50 nonstop flights from Xian to Beijing. It takes about 2 hours. Planes are scheduled from early morning to late night. Travelers could take the most suitable one according to your schedule and budget.
Transfer Tips: Xian Xianyang Airport is 41 kilometers northwest of Xian City center and 13 kilometers northeast of the center of Xianyang. Travelers could take airport shuttle bus or taxi to reach the airport.
Beijing Capital International Airport (北京首都国际机场, IATA:PEK)
▶ Address: Jichang Rd, Chaoyang District, Beijing 北京市朝阳区首都机场路
▶ Useful Link: >>Learn more about Beijing Capital International Airport | >> Beijing Capital Airport to Downtown | >> Beijing Capital Airport Shuttle Bus | >> Beijing Capital Airport to Forbidden City | >> Beijing Capital Airport to Great Wall
Xian Xianyang International Airport (西安咸阳国际机场IATA: XYI)
▶ Address: Dizhang Town, Weicheng District, Xianyang City, Shaanxi 陕西省咸阳市渭城区底张镇
▶ Useful Link: >>Learn more about Xian Xianyang International Airport | >> Xian Airport to Downtown | >>Xian Airport to Terracotta Warriors
| Flight Route | Flight | Scheduled Dep. ~ Arr. Time | Duration | Dep. ~ Arr. Terminal | Frequency |
| Xian to Beijing | MU5715 | 06:30~08:35 | 2h5m | Xian Xianyang (T3) → Beijing Capital (T2) | SMTWTFS |
| MU2101 | 07:30~09:45 | 2h15m | Xian Xianyang (T3) → Beijing Capital (T2) | ||
| HU7138 | 10:00~12:10 | 2h10m | Xian Xianyang (T2) → Beijing Capital (T1) | ||
| CA1290 | 12:30~14:40 | 2h10m | Xian Xianyang (T2) → Beijing Capital (T3) | ||
| HU7238 | 15:30~17:45 | 2h15m | Xian Xianyang (T2) → Beijing Capital (T1) | ||
| MU2113 | 17:30~19:45 | 2h15m | Xian Xianyang (T3) → Beijing Capital (T2) | ||
| CA1472 | 19:30~22:00 | 2h30m | Xian Xianyang (T2) → Beijing Capital (T3) | ||
| HU7738 | 22:40~00:45 | 2h5m | Xian Xianyang (T2) → Beijing Capital (T1) |
Note: Since the ticket price changes from time to time in different seasons, the flights and airports information are listed for your reference only.
Xian to Beijing Normal Train
Taking a normal train from Xian to Beijing is the cheapest way to transfer. It is also the slowest way, and travelers need to spend about 11.5-14 hours to reach Beijing. The normal trains including Z series trains, T series trains and K series trains. Most of them are the overnight train which means travelers would spend one night on the train that it could help save one night accommodation fee. To suit you the best, we suggest you taking Z and T series trains.
• From: Xian Railway Station; • To: Beijing West Railway Station
Xian Railway Station (Pinyin: Xian Zhan 西安站)
▶ Address: No. 44 Huancheng North Road, Xincheng District, Xian City 西安市新城区环城北路44号
| Train Number | From | To | Dep. - Arr. | Duration | Ticket Price (CNY) |
| T232 |
Xian | Beijing West | 17:38 - 06:08 | 12h30m | Hard Seat: 148.5; Hard Sleeper: 254.5; Soft Sleeper: 398.5 |
| Z20 | Xian | Beijing West | 19:21 - 06:58 | 11h37m | Hard Sleeper: 254.5; Soft Sleeper: 398.5; Private Soft Sleeper: 735.5 |
| Z44 | Xian | Beijing West | 19:27 - 08:22 | 12h55m | Hard Seat: 156.5; Hard Sleeper: 268.5; Soft Sleeper: 422.5 |
| T42 | Xian | Beijing West | 19:39 - 09:31 | 13h52m | Hard Seat: 156.5; Hard Sleeper: 268.5; Soft Sleeper: 422.5 |
| T56 | Xian | Beijing West | 21:02 - 10:45 | 13h43m | Hard Seat: 148.5; Hard Sleeper: 254.5; Soft Sleeper: 398.5 |
| T8 | Xian | Beijing West | 22:47 - 12:31 | 13h44m | Hard Seat: 156.5; Hard Sleeper: 268.5; Soft Sleeper: 422.5 |
Note: The information are listed for your reference only.
Z20 is the Xian Beijing train without stops. So it is the fastest normal train, taking 11.5 hours. Z44 is the train with a few stops, but it won’t take additional passengers along the way. If you choose to take an overnight train from Xian to Beijing, these two are the most recommended trains.
For more Xian Beijing transfer information and suggestions, please feel free to ask our professional travel consultants. Also, if you are looking for private transfer service from Xian city center to Xian Xianyang Airport, Xian North Railway Station and Xian Railway Station, just contact our travel consultants. They are here ready to help to make you a worry free Xian Beijing trip .
Need to mention here, all these trains have hard sleepers and soft sleepers, and you can get a good rest on the train, and at the same time, you can save one night accommodation fee. If you are in budget, you could take the overnight trains for a cheaper price.
How to Plan Your Xian Beijing Tour
Explore Highlights in Beijing & Xian
Being blessed with the capital city and ancient capital city, Beijing and Xian have numerous cultural sites for you to experience.
In Beijing, there are many renowned historical marvels, such as the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace and more Beijing Attractions. And in Xian, you can visit the famous Terracotta Warriors and amble through Xian Ancient City Wall and more things to do in Xi'an.
▶ Things to Do in Beijing
Besides the iconic Great Wall in Beijing, there are lots of sites to see, including the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace and various of Hutongs. Tasting the Best Beijing Roast Duck, Watching the Beijing Opera and Kungfu Show, hunting for food at night markets, hiking along the great wall, you will enjoy the best of Beijing! >>How to Plan A Beijing Trip
▶ Things to Do in Xian
During the past thousands of years' history, Chinese created so many historical and cultural wonders in the ancient capital Xian, such as the Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall, Giant Wild Pagoda, Bell Tower, Drum Tower, etc. You can visit the famous Shaanxi History Museum, watch the stunning Tang Dynasty Show, taste the local cuisines, and even DIY your own miniature Terracotta Warrior here! >>How to Plan A Xian Trip
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- How to Plan Beijing Xian Tour
- How to get from Beijing to Xian
- Beijing Xian High-speed Trains
- What to see in Beijing & Xian
- Beijing Travel Guide
- Xian Travel Guide
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- Summer Palace
- Tiananmen Square
- Temple of Heaven
- Badaling Great Wall
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- Terracotta Warriors
- Xian Ancient City Wall
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