Z42 Train

Urumqi to Shanghai

Z42

Train Timetable

Urumqi to Shanghai

Train Number
Z42
Train Type
Z
Start Station
Urumqi
End Station
Shanghai
Start Time
19:35
End Time
12:15
Train Number: Z42 Start Station: Urumqi End Station: Shanghai
Train Type Z Start Time: 19:35 End Time: 12:15
Intermediate Stations: Urumqi, Turpan North, Shanshan North, Hami, LiuYuan South(Gansu), Jiayuguan South, Zhangye West, Xining, Lanzhou, Dingxi, Longxi, Wushan (Tianshui), Gangu, Tianshui, Baoji, Xi'an, Luoyang, Zhengzhou, Xuzhou, Bengbu, Nanjing, Changzhou, Suzhou, Shanghai
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Train No. Station Name Arrive Time Depart Time Stop Time
1 Urumqi 19:35 19:35 mins
2 Turpan North 21:13 21:15 2 mins
3 Shanshan North 22:05 22:07 2 mins
4 Hami 00:52 01:05 13 mins
5 LiuYuan South(Gansu) 03:29 03:31 2 mins
6 Jiayuguan South 05:56 06:04 8 mins
7 Zhangye West 07:36 07:41 5 mins
8 Xining 09:53 10:03 10 mins
9 Lanzhou 11:41 12:03 22 mins
10 Dingxi 13:18 13:21 3 mins
11 Longxi 14:12 14:15 3 mins
12 Wushan (Tianshui) 14:38 14:41 3 mins
13 Gangu 15:08 15:23 15 mins
14 Tianshui 16:41 16:53 12 mins
15 Baoji 19:23 19:35 12 mins
16 Xi'an 21:02 21:10 8 mins
17 Luoyang 01:44 01:57 13 mins
18 Zhengzhou 03:21 03:27 6 mins
19 Xuzhou 06:14 06:20 6 mins
20 Bengbu 07:39 07:42 3 mins
21 Nanjing 09:21 09:27 6 mins
22 Changzhou 10:31 10:34 3 mins
23 Suzhou 11:14 11:17 3 mins
24 Shanghai 12:15 12:15 mins

Z42 is a Z train route originating from Urumqi at 19:35, arriving at the final destination of Shanghai at 12:15. The duration of the total journey is 40 hrs 40 mins. There are 24 stops in total: Urumqi, Turpan North, Shanshan North, Hami, LiuYuan South(Gansu), Jiayuguan South, Zhangye West, Xining, Lanzhou, Dingxi, Longxi, Wushan (Tianshui), Gangu, Tianshui, Baoji, Xi'an, Luoyang, Zhengzhou, Xuzhou, Bengbu, Nanjing, Changzhou, Suzhou, Shanghai. Tickets for this route are available for travel starting and ending at any of the stations on the route.

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Urumqi to Shanghai

Seat Class Price (RMB) Price (USD) Book
Hard Seat 376.5 RMB 54 USD Book
Hard Sleeper 635.5 RMB 91 USD Book
Soft Sleeper 1008.5 RMB 144 USD Book
Luxury Soft Sleeper 1874.5 RMB 268 USD Book

USD prices are approximate and may vary based on exchange rates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 Z42 train tickets?

The easiest way is to book through our official booking partner. You can book online in your own language and currency using any credit or debit card.

How early should I arrive at the train station?

It is 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 is 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).

Which train station does the Z42 train arrive at?

You can get on or off at any station on the network, however the final station is Shanghai.

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