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Route Overview
The Xi'an–Chengdu HSR runs 658 km from Xi'an North Station to Chengdu East Station. It crosses the geologically complex Qinling Mountains, where bridges and tunnels are defining engineering features, and connects cities including Hanzhong, Guangyuan, and Mianyang. The full line opened in 2017, creating a direct high-speed rail corridor between Xi'an and Chengdu.
Operations
The Xi'an–Chengdu HSR was designed for speeds of 250 km/h. G- and D-prefix departures, stops, journey times, trainsets, and seat classes vary by date and timetable; stations such as Hanzhong, Guangyuan, Jiangyou, Mianyang, and Deyang are not served by every train. Use China Railway 12306 to confirm the service and exact arrival and departure stations for your travel date.
Scenery Along the Way
The Xi'an–Chengdu HSR is one of China's most scenic rail journeys. Departing from the Guanzhong Plain, the train gradually ascends into the Qinling Mountains, where layers of peaks rise through mist and clouds. In spring the mountains burst with wildflowers; in autumn the forests blaze with color. Emerging into the Hanzhong Basin, endless rapeseed flower fields stretch to the horizon. Further south past Jianmen Pass and Guangyuan, relics of Three Kingdoms history appear at every turn, before arriving at the fertile Chengdu Plain.
Travel Tips
The Qinling section has many tunnels, so mobile coverage can be intermittent; download anything needed offline before departure. Xi'an North and Chengdu East are large transport hubs, and local metro or transfer arrangements can change, so check current city transport information. For ticket availability, baggage rules, and facilities on the selected train, use China Railway 12306 for the actual travel date.