How to Get from Xian to Zhengzhou | Xian to Zhengzhou Train

Get from Xian to Zhengzhou by Normal Train

● Train Time: about 6 hours - 7.5 hours

● Frequency: over 30 trains per day

● From & To: Xian Railway Station 西安站, Xian South Railway Station 西安南站 → Zhengzhou Railway Station 郑州站

● Running Speed: 120 km/h

Xian still has more than 30 normal trains to Zhengzhou every day. But the normal trains all are tradition green trains with simple facilities and running at a very lower speed. The train time is over 2 times than that of the high speed train. The trains are scheduled at 01:30 to 24:00, most arrives on the same day and some reach Zhengzhou in the early horse of the following day. Compared to the train time, travel experience and number of trains, you’re highly recommended to take a high speed train rather than a normal train.

Xian Railway Station 西安站

Address: No. 44 Huancheng North Road, Xincheng District, Downtown Xian 西安市新城区环城北路44号

Distance: Outside the Ancient City Wall (near the North Gate); about 37km to Terracotta Warriors and Horses (about 50 minutes’ drive), 5 km to Muslim Quarter (about 20 minutes’ drive), 40 km to Xian Xianyang International Airport (about 50 minutes’ drive).

Zhengzhou Railway Station 郑州站

Address: No.82, Erma Road, Erqi District, Zhengzhou City 郑州市二七区二马路82号

Transfer from Zhengzhou Railway Station to Nearby Attraction/Destinations

Zhengzhou Railway Station lies close to the downtown area. Tourists can take an intercity train, taxi to get around Zhengzhou and use private drive or public traffic to get to Luoyang, Jiaozuo, Kaifeng and surrounding cities.

Zhengzhou Railway Station Location and Transportation Map

● Zhengzhou Railway Station - City Center: about 4 km, 15 minutes’ drive

● Zhengzhou Railway Station - Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport: 37 km, just 25 minutes by intercity train, or 40-50 minutes by taxi

● Zhengzhou Railway Station - Longmen Grottoes (Luoyang): about 140 km, 2 hours’ drive to Luoyang Longmen Grottoes; or 1.5 hours’ normal train to Luoyang Railway Station + 40 minutes’ drive from Luoyang Railway Station to Longmen Grottoes

● Zhengzhou Railway Station - Shaolin Temple (Dengfeng): nearly 100 km/2 hours by private driving; nearly 3 hours by public transfers (15 minutes’ drive to Zhengzhou Long-distance Bus Center Station+ 2.5 hours’ bus ride to Shaolin Temple)

● Zhengzhou Railway Station – Yuntai Mountain (Jiaozuo): around 94 km,1 hour 20 minutes’ drive

China Train Travel Tips

Class of Ticket

On the high speed train from Xian to Zhengzhou, you can choose form a First Class Seat, a Second Class Seat or Business Class Seat. While, there are three types offered on the normal train, including Soft Sleeper, Hard Sleeper and Hard Seat. Check All Types of Seats on China Train >>

Book, Collect, Alter and Cancel

Foreign tourists can book train ticket online or via a ticket agency, or buy the tickets physically at the train station with your valid passport. Remember to book ticket as early as possible and check the train number, departure date and station after collecting it. You can bring your passport to the ticket counter and make the adjustments and cancellation Check How to Book, Collect, Alter, and Cancel Train Tickets >>

Board & Get off

1) Prepare your valid passport with China Visa; 2) Get to the right train station in advance; 3) Collect your train ticket; 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 How to Board & Disembark a Train >>

Baggage Allowance

China train travel with luggage is much easier than taking a flight, for you don’t need to check luggage separately. Each train passenger is allowed to carry luggage in certain weight and volume, but without limitation of amount and types. Check 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. You can put your luggage on the rack and luggage storage areas. The rain also has air-conditioner, power socket, dining car, hot water and many considerate facilities. Normal trains just provide simple equipment. Check All Facilities & Service on China Train >>