Z216 Train

Shanghai to Lanzhou

Z216

Train Timetable

Shanghai to Lanzhou

Train Number
Z216
Train Type
Z
Start Station
Shanghai
End Station
Lanzhou
Start Time
18:36
End Time
17:19
Train Number: Z216 Start Station: Shanghai End Station: Lanzhou
Train Type Z Start Time: 18:36 End Time: 17:19
Intermediate Stations: Shanghai, Suzhou (Jiangsu), Wuxi (Jiangsu), Nanjing, Xuzhou, Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi'an, Baoji, Tianshui, Gangu, Longxi, Dingxi, Lanzhou
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Station No. Station Name Arrive Time Depart Time Stop Time
1 Shanghai ---- 18:36 mins
2 Suzhou (Jiangsu) 19:21 19:24 3 mins
3 Wuxi (Jiangsu) 19:46 19:49 3 mins
4 Nanjing 21:13 21:21 8 mins
5 Xuzhou 00:12 00:22 10 mins
6 Zhengzhou 03:18 03:26 8 mins
7 Luoyang 04:47 05:04 17 mins
8 Xi'an 09:43 09:52 9 mins
9 Baoji 11:26 11:38 12 mins
10 Tianshui 13:11 13:17 6 mins
11 Gangu 13:59 14:04 5 mins
12 Longxi 14:48 14:53 5 mins
13 Dingxi 15:47 15:51 4 mins
14 Lanzhou 17:19 17:19 mins

Z216 is a Z train route originating from Shanghai at 18:36, and arriving at the final destination of Lanzhou at 17:19. The duration of the total journey is 22 hrs 43 mins. There are 14 stops in total: Shanghai, Suzhou (Jiangsu), Wuxi (Jiangsu), Nanjing, Xuzhou, Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi'an, Baoji, Tianshui, Gangu, Longxi, Dingxi, Lanzhou. 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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