G79 Train

Beijing West to West Kowloon (Hong Kong)

G79

Train Timetable

Beijing West to West Kowloon (Hong Kong)

Train Number
G79
Train Type
G
Start Station
Beijing West
End Station
West Kowloon (Hong Kong)
Start Time
10:00
End Time
18:58
Train Number: G79 Start Station: Beijing West End Station: West Kowloon (Hong Kong)
Train Type G Start Time: 10:00 End Time: 18:58
Intermediate Stations: Beijing West, Shijiazhuang, Zhengzhou East, Wuhan, Changsha South, Guangzhou South, Shenzhen North, West Kowloon (Hong Kong)
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Station No. Station Name Arrive Time Depart Time Stop Time
1 Beijing West 10:00 10:00 0 mins
2 Shijiazhuang 11:07 11:09 2 mins
3 Zhengzhou East 12:31 12:34 3 mins
4 Wuhan 14:17 14:20 3 mins
5 Changsha South 15:40 15:44 4 mins
6 Guangzhou South 18:05 18:08 3 mins
7 Shenzhen North 18:37 18:40 3 mins
8 West Kowloon (Hong Kong) 18:58 18:58 0 mins

G79 is a G train route originating from Beijing West at 10:00, and arriving at the final destination of West Kowloon (Hong Kong) at 18:58. The duration of the total journey is 8 hrs 58 mins. There are 8 stops in total: Beijing West, Shijiazhuang, Zhengzhou East, Wuhan, Changsha South, Guangzhou South, Shenzhen North, West Kowloon (Hong Kong). You can purchase tickets starting at, and ending at any station. Ticket prices are set on a per kilometer basis.

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What are the different types of trains in China?

China has several types of trains, including high-speed G trains (Gaotie), D trains (Dongche), Z trains (direct express), T trains (express), K trains (fast), and regular numbered trains. G trains are the fastest, reaching speeds up to 350 km/h.

How do I book train tickets in China?

You can book train tickets through the official website 12306.cn (Chinese only), at train station ticket offices, or through third-party services like Trip.com or China Highlights that offer English booking services.

How early should I arrive at the train station?

It's recommended to arrive at least 60 minutes before departure for high-speed trains and 90 minutes for regular trains. This allows time for security checks and finding your platform.

What's the luggage allowance on Chinese trains?

Each passenger is allowed 20kg of luggage on regular trains and 20kg on high-speed trains. The dimensions should not exceed 160cm (length + width + height).

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