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China Trains: Routes, Tickets and 12306
Choose your cities. Get the stations right. Book with confidence. Start with a route guide or learn how the official booking service works.
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China Train Routes
Beijing → Shanghai
A classic connection between the imperial capital and the riverside metropolis. Compare a daytime high-speed train with flying for your actual date.
Stations, planning & bookingBeijing → Xi’an
A useful link for a history-focused first trip. Treat the train and transfers as their own part of the itinerary.
Stations, planning & bookingXi’an → Chengdu
Connect the ancient capital with Sichuan’s food and teahouse culture. Read the exact Chengdu station name on your ticket.
Stations, planning & bookingNew to 12306?
Understand the account, passport and booking steps before your first purchase.
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