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
19:40
End Time
11:59
Train Number: Z42 Start Station: Urumqi End Station: Shanghai
Train Type Z Start Time: 19:40 End Time: 11:59
Intermediate Stations: Urumqi, Turpan North, Hami, Jiayuguan, Zhangye, Wuwei (Gansu), Lanzhou, Tianshui, Baoji, Xi'an, Luoyang, Zhengzhou, Xuzhou, Bengbu, Nanjing, Changzhou, Wuxi (Jiangsu), Suzhou (Jiangsu), Shanghai
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Train No. Station Name Arrive Time Depart Time Stop Time
1 Urumqi 00:00 19:40 mins
2 Turpan North 21:00 21:02 2 mins
3 Hami 23:37 23:46 9 mins
4 Jiayuguan 04:47 04:55 8 mins
5 Zhangye 06:47 06:53 6 mins
6 Wuwei (Gansu) 09:06 09:11 5 mins
7 Lanzhou 12:09 12:26 17 mins
8 Tianshui 16:21 16:27 6 mins
9 Baoji 19:00 19:11 11 mins
10 Xi'an 20:41 20:50 9 mins
11 Luoyang 01:31 01:34 3 mins
12 Zhengzhou 02:57 03:05 8 mins
13 Xuzhou 05:54 06:02 8 mins
14 Bengbu 07:21 07:26 5 mins
15 Nanjing 08:59 09:07 8 mins
16 Changzhou 10:09 10:13 4 mins
17 Wuxi (Jiangsu) 10:34 10:38 4 mins
18 Suzhou (Jiangsu) 11:00 11:04 4 mins
19 Shanghai 11:59 11:59 mins

Z42 is a Z train route originating from Urumqi at 19:40, arriving at the final destination of Shanghai at 11:59. The duration of the total journey is 16 hrs 19 mins. There are 19 stops in total: Urumqi, Turpan North, Hami, Jiayuguan, Zhangye, Wuwei (Gansu), Lanzhou, Tianshui, Baoji, Xi'an, Luoyang, Zhengzhou, Xuzhou, Bengbu, Nanjing, Changzhou, Wuxi (Jiangsu), Suzhou (Jiangsu), Shanghai. Tickets for this route are available for travel starting and ending at any of the stations on the route.

Ticket Prices

Urumqi to Turpan

Seat Class Price (RMB) Price (USD) Book
Luxury Soft Sleeper 218.815 RMB 31 USD Book
Soft Sleeper 122.515 RMB 18 USD Book
Hard Sleeper 83.995 RMB 12 USD Book
Hard Seat 24.5 RMB 4 USD Book

Urumqi to Lanzhou

Seat Class Price (RMB) Price (USD) Book
Luxury Soft Sleeper 1152.39 RMB 165 USD Book
Soft Sleeper 622.74 RMB 89 USD Book
Hard Sleeper 403.39 RMB 58 USD Book
Hard Seat 206.0 RMB 29 USD Book

Xining to Lanzhou

Seat Class Price (RMB) Price (USD) Book
Luxury Soft Sleeper 229.515 RMB 33 USD Book
Soft Sleeper 130.005 RMB 19 USD Book
Hard Sleeper 89.345 RMB 13 USD Book
Hard Seat 29.5 RMB 4 USD Book

Lanzhou to Nanjing

Seat Class Price (RMB) Price (USD) Book
Soft Sleeper 639.86 RMB 91 USD Book
Hard Sleeper 415.16 RMB 59 USD Book
Hard Seat 213.0 RMB 30 USD Book

Urumqi to Shanghai

Seat Class Price (RMB) Price (USD) Book
Soft Sleeper 1129.385 RMB 161 USD Book
Hard Sleeper 728.135 RMB 104 USD Book
Hard Seat 376.5 RMB 54 USD Book

Luoyang to Shanghai

Seat Class Price (RMB) Price (USD) Book
Luxury Soft Sleeper 782.705 RMB 112 USD Book
Soft Sleeper 426.395 RMB 61 USD Book
Hard Sleeper 279.805 RMB 40 USD Book
Hard Seat 141.5 RMB 20 USD Book

Zhengzhou to Shanghai

Seat Class Price (RMB) Price (USD) Book
Luxury Soft Sleeper 713.155 RMB 102 USD Book
Soft Sleeper 388.945 RMB 56 USD Book
Hard Sleeper 254.125 RMB 36 USD Book
Hard Seat 128.5 RMB 18 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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