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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Beijing to Hangzhou
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$69
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$69
Fastest journey on Sep 15
14 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
14 h 5 m
Trains on Sep 15
1
Distance
1122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Beijing to Hangzhou is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Beijing to Hangzhou will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 1 trains from Beijing to Hangzhou, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 1122 km distance in an average of 14 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 5 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 14 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
D177:10 PM14h05Beijing9:15 AMHangzhou$691One-way0 transfers
- D177:10 PM14h05Beijing9:15 AMHangzhou$691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Beijing to Hangzhou
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Beijing to Hangzhou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $113 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $113, while a flight costs an average of $597.
Distance: 697 miles (1122 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$113 Average price Cheapest | $597 Average price | $177 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Beijing to Hangzhou:
A train is $484 (€391) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Beijing to Hangzhou costing on average $597 (€483).
Other travel options to Hangzhou take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 40m.
The journey is about 6h 35m faster (5h 40m by train vs 12h 15m by car) and roughly $65 (€52) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($113 (€91) vs $177 (€143)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with China Railways G-Class.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Beijing to Hangzhou train times
The table below shows live departures for Beijing to Hangzhou trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D17 | 7:10 PM Beijing | 14h05 | 9:15 AM Hangzhou | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Beijing to Hangzhou
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Trains from Beijing to Hangzhou run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 (€80) if you book in advance.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 08:17. The fastest train covers the 697 miles (1122 km) distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 697 miles (1122 km) |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 (€80) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 8:17 AM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: China Railway from Beijing to Hangzhou trainsChina Railway trains will get you between Beijing and Hangzhou from $99 (€80). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Beijing to Hangzhou
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beijing to Hangzhou by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hangzhou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Beijing to Hangzhou
Most Beijing to Hangzhou trains use the Beijing (北京西) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Beijing and Hangzhou train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Beijing (北京西) from Beijing city centre
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