Hong Kong - Beijing High Speed Train
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High-speed rail services from Hong Kong to Beijing will fully return on April 1.
Hong Kong High-Speed Rail resumed on 15 January 2023 with short-haul train services to/from Shenzhen, Dongguan, and Guangzhou. Now, passengers can transit via Guangzhou/Shenzhen as an alternative.
There is no quarantine anymore from Hong Kong to the Chinese mainland since January 8th, 2023.
There is one pair of high-speed trains G80/G79 running between Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station and Beijing West Railway Station daily, with a travel time of 8.5 hours.
The price of a second-class seat is US$173 (CNY1,179.5), a first-class seat US$278 (CNY1,888.5), and a business class seat US$543 (CNY3,686.5).
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Hong Kong - Beijing High Speed Train Basic Facts
- Open time: September 23, 2018
- Travel Time: 8h30m
- Distance: 2,441 kilometers (1,516 miles)
- Speed: 250-300 kph (155-186 mph)
- Terminals: Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, Beijing West Station
- Stops: Shenzhen North, Guangzhou South, Changsha South, Wuhan, Zhengzhou East, Shijiazhuang
- Frequency: every day
- Ticket Fare: second-class US$173 (CNY1,179.5), first-class US$278 (CNY1,888.5), business class US$543 (CNY3,686.5)
Hong Kong to Beijing High-Speed Train Schedule
(Updated on March 23, 2023)
| Train No. | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G80 | 11:00 | 19:30 | 8h30m |
Beijing to Hong Kong High-Speed Rail Schedule
(Updated on March 23, 2023)
| Train No. | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G79 | 10:00 | 18:31 | 8h31m |
Hong Kong - Beijing High Speed Train Ticket Price
| Ticket Types | Second Class | First Class | Business Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult ticket | US$173 (CNY1,179.5) | US$278 (CNY1,888.5) | US$543 (CNY3,686.5) |
| Child ticket | US$87 (CNY590) | US$139 (CNY944.5) | US$271 (CNY1844) |
Children ＜ 6 years old can travel for free but without their seats.
6 years old≤ Children ＜ 14 years are eligible for children’s tickets (about 50% of the adult fare).
Transfer via Guangzhou/Shenzhen for More High-Speed Trains
(Updated on March 23, 2023)
There is only one train between Hong Kong and Beijing daily. Is there any other option by train?
Yes, you can take the bullet train from Hong Kong to Guangzhou first, then take the connected high-speed train to Beijing.
Hong Kong to Beijing via Guangzhou
| Hong Kong to Guangzhou | Guangzhou to Beijing | Total Travel Time | Ticket Price(2nd class) |
|---|---|---|---|
| G6510 (09:19 - 10:21) | G338 (11:15 - 21:20) | 12h1m | US$176 (CNY1,179.5) =CNY215+ CNY964.5 |
| G408 (12:05 - 13:03) | G78 (13:50 - 21:49) | 9h44m |
Beijing to Hong Kong via Guangzhou
| Beijing to Guangzhou | Guangzhou to Hong Hong | Total Travel Time | Ticket Price (2nd class) |
|---|---|---|---|
| G77 (08:00 - 16:00) | G79 (17:41 - 18:31) | 10h31m | US$176 (CNY1,179.5)= CNY964.5+CNY215 |
| G337 (10:23 - 20:27) | G6587 (21:50 - 23:36) | 13h13m |
Note: The timetables and above are only for your reference. If you want real-time schedules and prices, please use our China Train Ticket Booking Service.
Hong Kong – Beijing Sleeper Train
Besides the high-speed trains, there is also a pair of overnight through trains between Hong Kong Hung Hom Railway Station and Beijing West Railway Station at the speed of 140 km/h(226mph). This train operates every second day, taking about 24 hours.
Hong Kong – Beijing Overnight Through Train Schedule
(Updated on January 18, 2020)
| Stations | Z98 ↑ From Hong Kong to Beijing | Z97 ↓ From Beijing to Hong Kong |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Hung Hom | Depart at 15:15 Day 1 | Arrive at 13:01 Day 2 |
|
Beijing West |
Arrive at 15:30 Day 2 | Depart at 12:40 Day 1 |
Overnight sleeper trains depart on odd or even days according to different months.
Train Z98 from Hong Kong to Beijing Date
Even Date: January, April, May, August, November, December
Odd Date: February, March, June, July, September, October
Train Z97 from Beijing to Hong Kong Date
Even Date: February, March, June, July, September, October
Odd Date: January, April, May, August, November, December
Beijing – Hong Kong Overnight Train Price
(Updated on January 18, 2020)
| Hard Sleeper | Soft Sleeper | Superior Soft Sleeper |
|---|---|---|
| US$74 (CNY505) | US$115 (CNY784) | US$147 (CNY1,001) |
How to Buy Hong Kong - Beijing Train Tickets
You can purchase high-speed train tickets online 15 days in advance in the following ways:
- China Travel provides the most convenient and efficient train ticket booking online services. Search Hong Kong - Beijing train and book tickets now!
- Hong Kong's West Kowloon Railway Station
- Beijing West Railway Station
Hong Kong - Beijing Train vs Flight
| High-Speed Train | Sleeper Train | Airplane | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket Price |
US$173 for second class US$278 for first class |
US$74 for a hard sleeper US$115 for a soft sleeper |
US$300-US$530 for economy class |
| Duration | 8.5 hours | 24 hours | 3.5 hours |
| Frequency | 1 high-speed rail per day | 1 overnight train every 2 days | 4-6 flights per day |
If you travel on a tight schedule, by air must be your best choice. Sometimes, the flight can be an efficient option if there is a special discount.
If you are on a budget and have enough time, traveling with a sleeper train is good.
If you prefer to travel via train in better condition and faster, taking a high-speed rail is more suitable.
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