Beijing to Pingyao High Speed Trains
Traveling from Beijing to Pingyao is an ideal way to explore Old China and experience its traditional culture and history. After finishing your tour of Beijing, a stop in Pingyao offers a glimpse into China’s authentic past, with well-preserved streets and buildings that transport visitors back in time. It’s like stepping onto a Chinese movie set. Pingyao’s ancient city is a true microcosm of how busy and bustling China once was. You can make this dream journey come true in about 4 hours by high-speed train.
High-Speed Train Schedules
Every day, around three high-speed trains depart from Beijing West Railway Station to Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station (Pingyao Gucheng Railway Station). These trains run between 8:00 am and 3:30 pm, offering a comfortable and quick journey to Pingyao, lasting about 4 hours. If you opt for a regular train, however, the trip will take more than 9.5 hours. The normal train arrives at Pingyao Railway Station, which is located about 10 km from the high-speed station, though still quite close to the ancient city.
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Beijing to Pingyao High-Speed Train Route
High-Speed Train Route Overview
The high-speed train journey from Beijing to Pingyao follows the route:
- Beijing West Station (北京西)
- Baoding East Station (保定东)
- Zhengding Airport Station (正定机场)
- Shijiazhuang Station (石家庄)
- Yangquan North Station (阳泉北)
- Taiyuan South Station (太原南)
- Taigu West Station (太谷西)
- Pingyao Gucheng Station (平遥古城)
The entire trip takes about 4 hours, with a total distance of 606 kilometers. The route passes through Beijing, Hebei, and Shanxi, and connects three main railway sections:
- Beijing-Shijiazhuang: 281 kilometers
- Shijiazhuang-Taiyuan: 232 kilometers
- Taiyuan-Pingyao: part of the Datong-Xian Passenger Railway
Beijing Pingyao High-Speed Railway Map
Illustrative map of the Beijing to Pingyao High-Speed Railway route.
Beijing to Pingyao Train Schedule
High-Speed Trains (G-Trains and D-Trains)
| Train No. | Departure Station | Arrival Station | Duration | Seat Type | Price (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G2455 | 08:06 (Beijing North) | 12:14 (Pingyao Gucheng) | 4h 8m | 2nd Class | $40.25 | Available |
| 1st Class | $64.75 | 4 left | ||||
| Business Class | $125.76 | Sold Out | ||||
| G625 | 10:38 (Beijing Fengtai) | 14:18 (Pingyao Gucheng) | 3h 40m | 2nd Class | $31.20 | Available |
| 1st Class | $49.98 | 10 left | ||||
| Business Class | $96.36 | 2 left | ||||
| D1039 | 16:06 (Qinghe) | 21:30 (Pingyao Gucheng) | 5h 24m | 2nd Class | $38.04 | Available |
| 1st Class | $61.02 | 14 left | ||||
| K603 | 22:10 (Beijing West) | 09:49 +1 (Pingyao) | 11h 39m | Hard seat | $12.57 | Available |
| Hard sleeper | $23.33 | Sold Out | ||||
| Soft sleeper | $34.93 | Sold Out | ||||
| K609 | 23:45 (Beijing Fengtai) | 09:03 +1 (Pingyao) | 9h 18m | Hard seat | $13.53 | Available |
| Hard sleeper | $25.13 | 11 left | ||||
| Soft sleeper | $37.97 | 2 left |
Note: Train information is subject to final confirmation, as data occasionally changes or is delayed.
Beijing Train Stations
Beijing West Railway Station (北京西站) – High-Speed Railway Station
- Location: No.118, East Lianhuachi Road, Fengtai District, Southern Beijing
- Distance: About 10 km to Forbidden City (25 mins by car), 40 km to Beijing Capital International Airport, 55 km to Beijing Daxing Airport.
Beijing West Railway Station is one of the major train stations in Beijing. It serves as the terminus for high-speed trains on the Beijing-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway and ordinary trains on the Beijing-Kowloon (Hong Kong) and Beijing-Lhasa (Tibet) railways. The station is a hub for approximately 180 high-speed trains to various Chinese cities, including Xian, Chengdu, Chongqing, Kunming, Guiyang, Taiyuan, and more. It’s connected to Beijing Metro Line 7 and Line 9, along with bus hubs, airport shuttle buses, and taxi stands.
Beijing Railway Station (北京站) – Normal Train Station
- Location: No.13, Maojiawan Hutong Jia, Dongcheng District, Southeast Beijing
- Distance: About 5 km to Palace Museum/Tiananmen Square.
This station handles the normal trains to Pingyao. It is located in the heart of Beijing, making it convenient for travelers staying in central locations.
Pingyao Stations
Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station (Pingyao Gucheng Railway Station) – High-Speed Railway Station
- Location: Houji Village, Pingyao County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province
- Distance: About 10 km (20 mins by car) to Pingyao Ancient City, 3 km to Shuanglin Temple, and 120 km (1.5 hours’ driving) to Taiyuan Wusu International Airport.
This newly built high-speed station serves tourists visiting Pingyao Ancient City. The station sees around 34 high-speed trains daily, including 2 pairs of G trains to Yuncheng and Yongji, and more than 30 D trains to destinations like Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, and other Shanxi cities. Visitors can take a taxi or local Bus 108 (every 15 minutes from 7:00 am to 8:30 pm) to reach the ancient city.
Pingyao Railway Station – Normal Train Station
- Location: 14 Zhongdu Road, Pingyao County, Jinzhong City, Shanxi Province
- Distance: About 1 km to Pingyao Ancient City.
The Pingyao Railway Station is located closer to Pingyao Ancient City and services normal trains. It is ideal for travelers coming on conventional trains, being just a short distance from the ancient city’s attractions.
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