Night trains and sleeper trains from Shanghai to Xi An

13 trains from Shanghai to Xi An run overnight or offer sleeper berths, leaving between 08:57 and 18:44. The lowest fare is 367 CNY on K2186 (departs 08:57).

Night train summary

Cheapest night train367 CNY K2186 · departs 08:57 · Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (K) Book

Shortest overnight journey10h 44mD976 · departs 18:44

Departure times08:57–18:4413 trains

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Train	Departs	Arrives	Duration	Fare classes (per adult)
K2186 Cheapest Sleeper	08:57	04:47+1 day	19h 50m	Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (K)367 CNYBook Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (K)545 CNYBook
K360 Sleeper	09:29	06:05+1 day	20h 36m	Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (K)367 CNYBook Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (K)545 CNYBook
Z376 Sleeper	15:38	07:35+1 day	15h 57m	Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (Z)367 CNYBook Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (Z)545 CNYBook
K560 Sleeper	15:52	12:26+1 day	20h 34m	Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (K)367 CNYBook Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (K)545 CNYBook
Z40 Sleeper	16:48	08:16+1 day	15h 28m	Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (Z)367 CNYBook Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (Z)545 CNYBook
Z304 Sleeper	17:46	08:42+1 day	14h 56m	Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (Z)367 CNYBook Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (Z)545 CNYBook
Z164 Sleeper	18:33	09:19+1 day	14h 46m	Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (Z)367 CNYBook
D122 Sleeper	14:13	05:24+1 day	15h 11m	Second class Sleeper 6-Berth (D)467 CNYBook First class Sleeper 4-Berth (D)676 CNYBook
D92 Sleeper	18:19	09:07+1 day	14h 48m	Second class Sleeper 6-Berth (D)467 CNYBook First class Sleeper 4-Berth (D)676 CNYBook
D288 Sleeper	13:22	04:53+1 day	15h 31m	Second class Sleeper 6-Berth (D)473 CNYBook First class Sleeper 4-Berth (D)636 CNYBook
D216 Sleeper	16:54	07:49+1 day	14h 55m	Second class Sleeper 6-Berth (D)473 CNYBook First class Sleeper 4-Berth (D)636 CNYBook
D972 Sleeper	18:22	05:23+1 day	11h 01m	Sleeper 4-Berth (D)685 CNYBook
D976 Sleeper	18:44	05:28+1 day	10h 44m	Sleeper 4-Berth (D)685 CNYBook

Timetable sampled on 3 upcoming days and updated 2026-10-16 04:02. Ticket prices are per adult. A service fee and payment fees may be added at checkout and vary by payment method. Check live availability for your date.

Choosing a night train

A sleeper berth costs more than a seat, but you travel while you sleep and save a night in a hotel.
Lower berths and cheaper classes sell out first on busy dates, so book early.
Check the arrival time: some night trains arrive very early in the morning.

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More night trains in China

Beijing → Shanghai8 night trains · from 213 CNY

Beijing → Xi An12 night trains · from 184 CNY

Chengdu → Xi An8 night trains · from 273 CNY

Guangzhou → Shanghai5 night trains · from 483 CNY

Hangzhou → Shanghai13 night trains · from 165 CNY

Shanghai → Beijing6 night trains · from 533 CNY

Shanghai → Guangzhou5 night trains · from 483 CNY

Shanghai → Hangzhou9 night trains · from 165 CNY

Frequently asked questions

Which night train from Shanghai to Xi An is the cheapest?

The lowest fare we have is 367 CNY on K2186, departing at 08:57 (Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (K)). Fares change by date, so pick your date above to see the fares for that day.

What time do night trains from Shanghai to Xi An leave?

They leave between 08:57 and 18:44: 08:57, 09:29, 13:22, 14:13, 15:38, 15:52, 16:48, 16:54, 17:46, 18:19, 18:22, 18:33, 18:44.

How long does the night train from Shanghai to Xi An take?

The journey takes about 10h 44m on the quickest service and 20h 36m on the slowest.

Is there a sleeper berth on the train from Shanghai to Xi An?

Yes. Sleeper classes available: Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (K), Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (K), Hard Sleeper 6-Berth (Z), Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (Z), Second class Sleeper 6-Berth (D), First class Sleeper 4-Berth (D), Sleeper 4-Berth (D).

How do I book?

Choose your travel date on this page, click Check availability & book, and complete the booking online.