Beijing – Harbin High-Speed Trains: Schedules, Tickets & Travel Guide 2026

Written by Natalia | Updated September 18,2025

A perfect example of an ancient capital, as well as a present-day capital of China, Beijing draws hordes of foreign tourists with its unique mix of historical and contemporary charms. And Harbin stands out as the eminent wintertime destination in China to immerse in the snow world. For a travel in these two cities, taking comfortable high-speed trains has become a common choice for tourists. There are many high-speed trains every day, and the fastest one takes only 4.5 hours. The guide provides you with the schedules, tickets and useful information of the train from Beijing to Harbin.

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• Why Take a High-Speed Train from Beijing to Harbin? 
• Quick Facts about Beijing – Harbin High-speed Trains
• Beijing – Harbin High-Speed Train Schedule
• Beijing – Harbin High-Speed Train Cost & Facilities
• Booking Tips & Travel Experience
• Train Stations in Beijing and Harbin
• FAQs about Beijing – Harbin High-speed Trains
• Plan Your Beijing Harbin Tour with China Xian Tour

Why Take a High-Speed Train from Beijing to Harbin?

High-Speed Trains vs. Flights vs. Normal-Speed Trains 

High-speed trains are faster and more comfortable than normal trains. The price, attainable though it is, still put travelers’ precious time on exploring the tourist attractions during the Harbin tour. In aspect of time, taking the airplane is much shorter compared to high-speed train from Beijing to Harbin, but more time is always needed in transfer from airport to downtown and the tedious procedure of check-in, security, and baggage claim.

Ticket price

Second Class: CNY 513 – 607

First Class: CNY 851 – 971

Business Class: CNY 1100 – 1917

Hard Seat: CNY 152.5 – 173.5

Hard Sleeper: CNY 261.5 – 296.5

Soft Sleeper: CNY 409.5 – 464.5

Economy Class: ¥340 – 1500+, prices fluctuate

Quick Facts about Beijing – Harbin High-speed Trains

• Distance: About 1235 kilometers
• Travel time: Shortest: approximately 4.5 hours; Maximum: approximately 6.5 hours
• Stations in Beijing: Beijing Railway Station, Beijing West Railway Station, Beijing Chaoyang Railway Station
• Stations in Harbin: Harbin Railway Station, Harbin West Railway Station
• Daily departures: 17 from Beijing to Harbin and 18 from Harbin to Beijing
• Earliest/latest departure from Beijing: 08:00; 16:05
• Earliest/latest departure from Harbin: 08:34; 17:08

Beijing – Harbin High-Speed Train Schedule

A total of 17 Beijing to Harbin high-speed trains operate from 08:00 to 16:05 every day. And 18 high-speed trains run from Harbin to Beijing during 08:34 – 17:08.

Beijing to Harbin High-Speed Train Schedule

Harbin to Beijing High-Speed Train Schedule

Note: The above schedules are updated on 11^th September, 2025, and are for reference only. The fastest trains from Beijing to Harbin are G901, G905 and G909, all of which take 4h33min. And fastest train from Harbin to Beijing is G906 which takes 4h34min. China Xian Tour also offers train ticket booking service, you can contact us directly to book the ticket.

Beijing – Harbin High-Speed Train Cost & Facilities

If you wonder how to choose a train type & seat class in China, the following information on prices and facilities will be an important reference to you.

Beijing – Harbin Train Prices

Beijing – Harbin Train Facilities for Different Seats

Business Class: Business class usually has a spacious 1+2 or 2+1 layout. And the seats are made of real leather and can recline 180 degrees into a comfortable bed. Each seat is equipped with a personal electronic screen, reading light, disposable slippers, a blanket, an eye mask, and headphones. Passengers can contact a crew member at any time through the “on-call” button. In addition, exclusive lounges, dedicated channels for entry, security, and boarding and priority boarding rights are also dedicated services for business class.

First-Class Seats: In first-class cabin, the seats are in a 2+2 layout and typically velvet sofa chairs which are softer than second class. The backrest can be reclined up to 32 degrees and the space between seats is wider. Besides, each seat has a foldable tray table and a cup holder, and the environment is quieter than second class.

Second-Class Seats: Second class has five seats per row which are blue velvet fabric. Though the seat distance is relatively narrow, the backrest can also be reclined. And a small tray table and a cup holder are also available.

Dining: The catering service in the business class is particularly outstanding. Three meals a day, snacks, and a variety of beverages and snacks are provided for free. For passengers in first class and second class, there are also various meals offered in the dining car.

Restrooms: Usually, business class has a dedicated restroom which is more spacious and private. For others, each carriage is equipped with two toilets and an accessible toilet. Toilet paper, disposable toilet seat covers, washbasins, mirrors, hand sanitizer, hand towels, and hooks are provided.

Booking Tips & Travel Experience

How to Book: Foreigner-friendly platforms

Trip.com is more friendly to foreign passengers, because it offers an all-English interface and supports payment by international credit card. Foreign tourists can book the ticket with their passports.

When Do Reservations Open

The pre-sale period for train tickets is 15 days. But it should be noted that tickets for different trains do not go on sale at the same time but have a specific time. So you should check in advance. Besides, during holidays, the ticket can be sold out very quickly, so it is highly recommended to book as early as possible. If the ticket has been sold out, try the waitlist ticketing function.

Baggage Policy

Each adult passenger is allowed to bring 20 kg of charge-free luggage, the kid is allowed 10 kg, and the sum of length, width, and height of each carry-on baggage should not exceed 160 cm. Over-sized luggage can be checked in as hand baggage, with each piece of baggage or item weighing not more than 50 kg.

For rod-shaped articles like fishing rods or skis, the maximum length is 130 cm for high-speed trains and 200 cm for normal-speed trains. Aerosols can have a maximum of 120 ml each. Besides, passengers can carry 2 ordinary lighters and 2 small boxes of matches at most. For your safety, guns, ammunition, controlled knives, flammable and explosive items, toxic and harmful substances, items with a strong, pungent smell and live animals are strictly prohibited.

Related reading: Shanghai – Harbin High-speed Trains

After booking your tickets, you can also get to our How to Get On/Off High-speed Train in China page for a easy boarding experience.

Train Stations in Beijing and Harbin

Beijing Railway Station

• Location: No. 13, Maojiawan Hutong, Dongcheng District
• Distance from city center: about 2 kilometers
• How to get to: metro: line 2; buses: 9, 24, 103, 104, 122, 126, 140, 403, 622, 637, 638, 639, 668

Built in 1959, Beijing Railway Station is among the top 10 architectures of Beijing and is renowned as the “the Welcome Gate of Capital”. The architectural art symbolize the national cultural tradition. It operates several normal-speed train lines, including the Beijing-Harbin Line and the Beijing-Shanghai Line. In addition, there are also international trains towards Pyongyang of North Korea, Ulaanbaatar of Mongolia and Moscow of Russia.

Related reading: Popular Trains to / from Beijing

Beijing Chaoyang Railway Station

• Location: North Yaoyuan Road, Dongfeng Township, Chaoyang District
• Distance from city center: about 10 kilometers
• How to get to:Metro: line 3; Buses: 413, 418, 911

Afterbeing  reconstructed and put into use since 2021, Chaoyang Railway Station has been the transportation hub for the trains to Northeastern China in Beijing and most of the Beijing to Harbin bullet trains set off from here. The building integrates the traditional local architectural culture and modern building craft.

Beijing West Railway Station

• Location: 118, East Lianhuachi Road, Fengtai District
• Distance from city center:about 8 kilometers
• How to get to:metro: line 7 and 9; buses: 3, 21, 40, 50, 53, 2, 65, 109, 122, 129, 142, 143, 144, 309, 320, 339, 349, 374, 387, 394, 410, 414, 616, 663, 836, 890, 917

West Railway Station is one of the largest modern railway stations in Asia. It mainly operates trains to and from cities in South China, Southwest China and Northwest China, such as Guangzhou, Xian, Chengdu, etc.

Harbin Railway Station

• Location: 1, Railway Street, Nangang District
• Distance from city center: about 1.5 kilometers
• How to get to:Metro: line 2; bus: 11, 13, 14, 16, 21, 29, 32, 36, 43, 45, 101, 103, 105, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 115, 118, 120, 127, 130, 133, 207, 267

Harbin Railway Station is the second largest European-style railway station in China and the fourth largest railway station in Northeast China. As the major normal-speed train station in Harbin, it runs several regular train lines, including Beijing-Harbin Railway, Harbin-Dalian Railway, Harbin-Mudanjiang Railway.

Harbin West Railway Station

• Location: 501, Harbin Street, Haxi Street, Nangang District
• Distance from city center: about 10 kilometers
• How to get to:Metro: line 3; bus: 11, 31, 57, 65, 96, 99, 120, 124, 130, 203, 217, 220, 236, 238, 257, 363, 364, 379, 382, 602

Harbin West Railway Station is the first high-speed train station in Heilongjiang Province. It is a super-large multidimensional comprehensive transportation hub integrating high-speed railways, normal-speed railways and public transportation. And this train station operates the majority of Beijing to Harbin trains.

Related reading: Harbin Transportation: Your Complete Guide to Get to and Travel Around

FAQs about Beijing – Harbin High-speed Trains

What’s the experience like on the train? Do they serve food?

The cabin of Beijing to Harbin high-speed trains are very stable and quiet, and offer comfortable seats and ample space. Passengers can move around freely. For passengers’ convenience, it is also equipped with luggage racks, power sockets and water dispensers.

About food, most trains have dining cars that offer boxed meals, fruits, snacks and beverages. The train attendants will also push a small cart to sell food. But the food choices are limited and the price is relatively high. So it is more suggested to bring some food and drinks by yourself in advance.

What if my ticket is sold out? Is there a waiting list?

If the ticket is sold out, you can use the waitlist function. Just submit a waitlist order, then the system will automatically purchase the ticket when other passengers cancel their tickets or the new tickets are released. If succeeds, the system will notify you; and if fails, your money will be fully refunded.

Can I take an overnight sleeper train from Beijing to Harbin?

Of course. There are about 15 overnight sleeper trains from Beijing to Harbin every day. For budget travelers, it is a popular way to travel to Harbin. The departure time covers from 14:30 to 23:00 and the duration is about 10.5 – 17 hours. You can choose the train as you like.

How early should I arrive at the station?

To make sure you have enough time to check in, go through security check and and find the correct waiting room, it is recommended to arrive at least one hour earlier. And trains usually stop checking tickets 3 – 5 minutes before departure, so don’t be late.

Is Harbin West Station connected to the metro?

Yes, it is connected to metro line 3 and passengers can take the metro to the downtown area.

Is a sleeper available on high-speed trains?

High-speed trains usually do not offer a sleeper. But normal-speed trains have hard sleepers and soft sleepers, you can try when taking overnight trains.

I’m traveling with a young child. Are there special facilities or different rules for tickets?

Every adult can bring one young kid under 6 years old for free, as long as they do not occupy a seat. But if you have more than one kid, then you should buy a child ticket for each additional kid. And children aged between 6 and 14 get a half-price discount, whereas those over 14 should purchase tickets at full price. Nowadays, one can find mother-and-baby rooms and elevators for ease of accessibility for passengers carrying babies at most train stations. If your baby is very small or if you have a lot of luggage, you can always ask for help from the service desk.

Plan Your Beijing Harbin Tour with China Xian Tour

Both Beijing and Harbin are two popular tourist cities in China, which are famous for ancient capital charm and magnificent winter scenery, respectively. If you are planning a Beijing – Harbin tour now, we are glad to offer help. Just tell our travel consultant about your demands and tourist attractions you like, we will plan a reasonable itinerary for you. Besides, to save your efforts, we can arrange a guide and a driver, and book the train tickets, hotels, and entrance tickets of the scenic spots for you in advance. So contact China Xian Tour right now!