Nanjing to Luoyang by Train

Yes, there are direct trains. About 20 departures a day run from Nanjing to Luoyang without changing trains — frequent. The fastest takes about 3h 49m.

Direct trains
20 per day
Fastest
3h 49m
Changes
None
Return (Luoyang → Nanjing)
20 per day · 3h 22m

Trains from Nanjing to Luoyang

Typical departures, Nanjing → Luoyang Showing the 12 quickest of 20 services we hold for this route. July 2026 timetable — not live.
TrainDepArrDuration FromTo StopsDistance
G1970/G1971Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 07:38 11:41 4h 03m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 6 stops 809 km
G3176/G3177Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 07:57 13:10 5h 13m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 10 stops 885 km
G464/G465Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 08:12 12:20 4h 08m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 3 stops 878 km
G1974/G1975Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 08:39 12:59 4h 20m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 6 stops 780 km
G2194/G2195Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 10:49 14:52 4h 03m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 6 stops 828 km
G3164/G3165Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 11:21 16:22 5h 01m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 10 stops 878 km
G1924/G1925Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 12:48 17:26 4h 38m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 6 stops 878 km
G3152/G3153Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 13:21 18:56 5h 35m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 12 stops 862 km
G1928/G1929Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 14:00 18:20 4h 20m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 7 stops 828 km
G1932/G1933Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 15:28 19:17 3h 49m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 5 stops 832 km
G1916/G1917Nanjing South → Luoyang LongmenNanjing South 17:37 21:35 3h 58m Nanjing South Luoyang Longmen 5 stops 776 km
Z304/Z305Nanjing → LuoyangNanjing 20:48 04:04 7h 16m Nanjing Luoyang 2 stops 821 km

Times are planning references. China Railway runs several timetable revisions a year and adds or suspends trains at short notice — check live seats and today’s schedule for your date before you rely on any specific departure.

Before you rely on this

The times above come from the July 2026 timetable snapshot. China Railway revises its schedule several times a year, adds trains for holidays, and suspends services at short notice. Treat every departure time as a planning reference, not a booking commitment.

The live search queries China Railway (12306) directly for your travel date — that is the only source that reflects today's actual schedule and seat availability.

Our data covers high-speed (G/D/C) and intercity services. Slow conventional trains (Z/T/K) are only partly included, so a route marked "no direct train" may still have a direct slow train. Always confirm in the live search.

Why people take the train instead of flying

  • City centre to city centre. Chinese high-speed stations sit in the urban core or on a metro line — no 45-minute airport transfer at either end.
  • No check-in cut-off. You can board a few minutes before departure. Arriving 20 minutes early is comfortable.
  • Luggage is free and unlimited. No weight limit, no bag drop queue.
  • 3h 49m door to door compares well once you add airport security, boarding and transfers.
  • Foreign passports are accepted. Your passport is your ticket — no Chinese ID or phone number needed.

What it costs

Fares are set by China Railway in yuan and converted to dollars at the rate shown on this site. The price you see in the search results is the fare plus our service fee, in one number — nothing is added at checkout.

Other classes, and slower trains on the same route, are priced differently by the railway. The exact figure for the train you pick is shown before you pay.

Check live prices and trains  · How our pricing works

China Railway sets and occasionally changes fares — always confirm the live price for your date.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to change trains from Nanjing to Luoyang?

No. Around 20 direct trains a day connect the two cities without a change.

How long is the train from Nanjing to Luoyang?

The fastest direct service takes about 3h 49m. Slower trains on the same route take longer.

Can foreigners book these trains?

Yes. Every train listed runs under China Railway (12306) and accepts foreign passports. We book against your passport number — no Chinese ID or phone number required.

Are the departure times fixed?

We show typical daily frequency rather than exact times, because China Railway adjusts schedules several times a year. The live search always reflects the current timetable for your travel date.

Is the train cheaper than flying?

On most routes under about 5 hours, second class costs less than a comparable flight once you include baggage and airport transfers. Live fares in USD (with our service fee included) are shown in the search results.

Other places you can reach from Nanjing

Going the other way

Arriving in Luoyang

Trains from Nanjing arrive at one of Luoyang's main stations. Check your ticket for the station name — large cities have several, and they can be 30+ minutes apart. Station names are shown in Chinese and English on every platform sign, and your passport works at the staffed gate for both entry and exit.

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