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As a booking platform for China's high-speed rail network, Trip.com makes it easy to search, compare and book Chinese mainland and Hong Kong train tickets. With real-time availability, instant confirmation and a secure booking experience all in one place.
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Top train routes from Hong Kong
With frequent, fast services into Guangdong and beyond, Hong Kong West Kowloon station connects directly to China's high-speed rail network. Whether you're travelling for business, a weekend break in Guangzhou, or heading further north to Shanghai or Beijing, cross-border trains offer a faster, more comfortable alternative to flying.
Top train routes from Shenzhen
At the heart of the Greater Bay Area, Shenzhen offers frequent, high-speed rail links across Southern China and direct connections to major cities nationwide. Whether you're heading north to Beijing, east to Shanghai, or west to Chengdu, Shenzhen is one of the best connected departure points close to Hong Kong.
Top train routes from Guangzhou
With high-frequency services across the Greater Bay Area and fast corridors to Central, East and Southwest China, Guangzhou lies at the heart of Southern China's rail network. From business routes to Shanghai and Beijing to leisure trips across Guangdong, few cities offer the same breadth of onward connections.
Top train routes from Shanghai
Right at the centre of China's East Coast rail network, Shanghai offers high-speed connections to Beijing, Nanjing, Hangzhou and beyond. Frequent regional services suit business commuters and weekend travellers alike, with direct routes to Central and Southwest China for longer cultural escapes.
Top train routes to Southern China
With its dramatic karst landscapes, vibrant river cities and some of the country's best-loved cuisine, Southern China is one of the most rewarding regions to explore – putting weekend escapes to Guilin's Li River and short city breaks in Guangzhou well within reach.
Top train routes to East China
Blending historic canal cities with modern commercial hubs, East China is well served by one of the country's most frequent high-speed rail networks. Hangzhou, Suzhou and Nanjing make for popular city breaks from Shanghai, while Fuzhou and Xiamen offer great weekend escapes on the coast.
Top train routes to Northern China
Stretching from the capital to the historic cities of the Silk Road and the Manchurian northeast, Northern China is home to some of the country's most iconic landmarks. The Great Wall, Pingyao Gucheng and more are all within easy reach thanks to high-speed rail links from Shanghai, Xi'an and beyond.
Top train routes to Central China
Home to dramatic mountain landscapes and ancient villages, Central China's most visited destinations include Zhangjiajie's towering sandstone pillars and Fenghuang's riverside old town, both well connected by high-speed rail from Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Chongqing and beyond.
Top train routes to Southwest China
From the terraced valleys of Yunnan to Chongqing's dramatic riverfront, Southwest China offers some of the country's most spectacular scenery. High-speed rail puts everything within easy reach, whether you're planning a cultural escape to Chengdu or a mountain adventure in Jiuzhaigou.
Top train routes to other areas
Thanks to its ever-expanding rail network, travelling China by train opens up exciting cities and lesser-known destinations – from the deserts of Xinjiang to Hainan's tropical south. And with high-speed connections all across the country, reaching Xi'an, Harbin, Sanya and beyond has never been easier.
How to book China train tickets
Step 1 Select departure and arrival stations
If there are multiple stations in a city, check that the station and city are correct before confirming.
Step 2Select departure date
Choose a date from the calendar; for tickets that aren't available yet, come back later or check the release calendar.
Step 3Select return date (if applicable)
If you're booking a round trip, select the date you wish to return on.
Step 4Choose your train and seat class
Select the most suitable train from the list and your desired seat class.
Step 5Enter information
Complete passenger and contact information.
Step 6Choose payment method
Multiple payment methods are available - select your preferred method.