Travel from Beijing to Luoyang: High Speed Train & Flight

Beijing and Luoyang are both ancient capitals of China. Beijing is famous for the unparalleled Forbidden City and magnificent Great Wall, while Luoyang is one of the birthplaces of the Chinese civilization and preserves many historical treasures such as Longmen Grottoes and White Horse Temple.

These two cities are only 805km away. There are about 20 trains running between Beijing West Railway Station and Luoyang Longmen Railway Station or Luoyang Railway Station, among which over ten are high speed trains (4-4.5h). Direct flights are also available and it will need about 2 hours. You can choose one transportation means that fits your itinerary better.

Beijing to Luoyang Transportation Map

Beijing West Railway Station (北京西站)- High-Speed Railway Station

Location: No.118, East Lianhuachi Road, Fengtai District, Southerst Beijing (北京市丰台区莲花池东路118号)
Distance: about 8 km, 30 minutes’ drive to Beijing downtown (Tian’anmen Square), 40km to Beijing Capital International Airport, 55km to Beijing Daxing Airport.

Luoyang Longmen Railway Station (洛阳龙门站) - High-Speed Railway Station

Location: NO.19 Tongqu Road, Luolong District, Luoyang City (河南省洛阳市洛龙区通衢路19号)
Distance: about 11 km (20 minutes’ drive) from Luoyang downtown (Wangcheng Park), 5 km (15 minutes’ drive) from Longmen Grottoes, 21 km (35 minutes’ drive) from Luoyang Beijiao Airport.

Luoyang Railway Station (洛阳站) - Normal Railway Station

Location: NO.1 Daonan Road, Xigong District, Luoyang City (河南省洛阳市西工区道南路1号)
Distance: in downtown area, about 20 km (35 minutes’ drive) from Longmen Grottoes, 9.5 km (30 minutes’ drive) from Luoyang Beijiao Airport.

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Travel from Beijing to Luoyang by Flight

Beijing Daxing International Airport (北京大兴国际机场) operates one daily direct flight to Luoyang Beijiao Airport (洛阳北郊机场). The flight needs about 2 hours. But you need to schedule at least 2 hours ahead of time for security check and boarding. So it may not have much time advantages over high speed train. Check Real-time Beijing to Luoyang Flight Schedule>>

Beijing Daxing International Airport (IATA：PKX)
Location: Daxing District, Beijing & Guangyang District, Langfang City, Hebei (北京市大兴区礼贤镇、榆垡镇及廊坊市广阳区交汇处)
Distance: about 55 km, 1 hour’s drive to Beijing downtown (Tian’anmen Aquare).

Luoyang Beijiao Airport (IATA：LYA)
Location: Mangshan, Laocheng District, Luoyang City (河南省洛阳市老城区邙山)
Distance: about 11 km, 30 minutes’ drive to Luoyang downtown, 26 km, 40 minutes’ drive to Longmen Grottoes.

How to Plan a Beijing Luoyang Tour

Usually, a classic Beijing Luoyang tour needs about 4 ~ 6 days. All the essences of the two cities can be covered.

You are suggested to spend 2 ~ 4 days visiting the landmarks of Beijing such as world-famous manmade wonder - the Great Wall, magnificent Forbidden City, spacious royal garden Summer Palace, and lively Beijing Hutongs.

To explore the cultural highlights of Luoyang, 2 ~ 3 days is needed. Best highlights of Luoyang include Longmen Grottoes which is known as the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art, 1900-year old White Horse Temple (also China’s first Buddhist temple), 2000-year old burial site - Tianzi Jialiu Museum and beautiful Guanlin Temple with a lot of history to tell. Of course, you can’t miss a Kung Fu exploration in Shaolin Temple (in Dengfeng city) if you visit Luoyang. It is only 60km (about 1.5 hour’s drive) away from Luoyang city. If you have more time, it is a good idea to extend your Luoyang tour to other destinations in Henan, like Zhengzhou, Kaifeng, Yuntai Mountain, etc.

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High Speed Train Tips

Class of Ticket

There are three kinds of tickets are provided on high speed train from Beijing to Pingyao, Business Class Seat, First Class Seat and Second Class Seat. Second Class Seat is the most budget level you will share a row space with other passengers. And the First Class of Seat is more comfortable and quiet for those who prefer a good rest on the way. If you would like to try the most luxury and superior train travel experience, the Business Class better than the business level on airplane will shock you beyond expectation. Check All Types of Seats on China High Speed Train>

Book, Collect, Alter and Cancel

Foreign tourists can book train ticket online or ask help from ticket agency, or buy the tickets physically at the train station with your valid passport. One thing you should remember is to book the ticket as early as possible, especially in peak tourist seasons. After collecting the tickets, please read carefully about the train number, departure date and station to make sure you won’t miss the train. If you want to cancel, alter your train tickets, you are required to bring your passport to the ticket counter and make the adjustments. Check details about How to Book, Collect, Alter, and Cancel Train Tickets>

Board & Get off

1) Prepare your documents well (valid passport with China Visa); 2) Get to the right train station in advance; 3) Collect train tickets; 4) Read your train ticket; 5) Pass the security control; 6) Pass through Security & Luggage Checks; 7) Find the right waiting room; 8) Cross the ticket checking gate; 9) Get to the right platform; 10) Get on your train. Keep the ticket well, because the ticket will be checked again to leave the station after you get off. Check details about How to Board & Disembark a Train>

Baggage Allowance

China train travel with luggage is much easier than taking flight, for you don’t need to check luggage separately. Each passenger with a train ticket is allowed to carry luggage in certain weight and volume, but without limitation of amount and types. Though there are written regulation and rules about the luggage allowance, in practice, passengers can take as much luggage as you can if only you handled them properly. Check detailed Baggage Allowance & Policy to Take China Train>

Facilities and Service

All high speed trains in China are equipped with advanced facilities and good service to make your journey more convenient and comfortable. There are different places you can put your luggage onboard, racks and specialized luggage storage areas. Besides, the air-conditioner train offers you plug under the seats to charge your phone or laptop, sightseeing window to view the outside scenery as well as western-style toilets. There is also available dining area you can get some supplies. Bilingual signs and the broadcast use both Chinese and English so that you don’t need to worry about the communication. Check All Facilities & Service on China Train>