How to Travel to Zhengzhou from Xian

Zhengzhou is located in the east of Xian with a convenient transport system. The Yellow River, one of China's major waterways and the cradle of China's civilization, flows to the north. Once the capital of China and now the heart of the country's modern railway network, Zhengzhou offers fascinating historical and cultural sites, plus more than a few surprises for those who make the journey. The city is a major transportation hub as two major railways intersect here as they crisscross China. You'll have no trouble finding a train or plane to get you to Zhengzhou.

Distance between Zhengzhou & Xian
The driving distance from Xian to Zhengzhou is about 500KM & the flying distance is about 436KM. It is convenient to travel between Zhengzhou & Xian by train or flight. It takes about 6 hours by driving, 2.5 hours by high speed train.


How to get to Zhengzhou from Xian by Train

High speed train from Xian to Zhengzhou
The Zhengzhou-Xi’an High Speed Train was open to public on February 6, 2010. The total distance of this whole journey is as long as 314 miles. Meanwhile. Its highest speed reaches 250 km/h to 300 km/h. Currently, there are 57 pairs of high speed trains run between Zhengzhou and Xi’an. It has reduced the time for 6-8.5 hours to 2-3 hours. The price for the fast trains from CNY239 to CNY755; The high speed trains depart at Xian North Railway Station to Zhengzhou East Railway Staion or Zhengzhou Railway Station. The earliest train departs at 07:05am, the latest one departs at 20:23pm.

Regular Trains from Xian to Zhengzhou
Compared to the fast trains, the normal trains from Zhengzhou to Xi’an includes K1351 and K1027…However, the trains from Xi’an to Zhengzhou contains T206 and K178 …It takes 6 – 8.5 hours to arrive. And the whole distance is 511/578 kilometers in total.At the same time, the price varies from CNY127 to CNY223. The normal-speed trains are a good choice when the high-speed trains are unavailable or when you have a limited budget. Some normal-speed trains depart and arrive on the same day and some overnight normal-speed trains are also available.


How to get to Zhengzhou from Xian by Air
There is no direct flight from Xian to Zhengzhou since the high speed train operation between Xian & Zhengzhou.


How to get to Zhengzhou from Xian by Long-distance bus
Taking long distance bus is one of the cost saving way to visit Zhengzhou from Xian. It takes around 8 hours from Xian by bus. As one of the seven highway transport hubs in China, Zhengzhou has very convenient long-distance bus facilities. There are around 10 long-distance bus stations for passengers' convenience. One can have an easy access to a city in Henan Province or an inter-province destination like Beijing, Shanghai and Xi'an.
There is only one bus available daily which from San Fu Wan Bus Terminal to Zhengzhou, the bus departs at 13:00PM and cost CNY113 per ticket.


How to get to Zhengzhou from Xian by Private Transfer
Pre-book a private transfer from Xian to Zhengzhou also is a good option if you travel with your big family with lots of luggage. The journey takes about 6 hours, you will enjoy the pick up service from your Xian downtown hotel, transfer to your destinagted place in Zhengzhou city by your personal driver. Many Xian local tour company & car rental compnay provide the transfer service betweem Zhengzhou & Xian.