Train from Beijing to Datong 2026

In this page, we offer train from Beijing to Datong Train information including Beijing to Datong train schedule and more details about that for your reference.


The first character of train number has special meanings.
G–High-Speed Train
C–Intercity EMU Train
D–Electric Multiple Units (EMU) Train
Z–Direct Express Train
T–Express Train
K–Fast Train
Four-digit Number Train - Regular Speed Train
L–Temporary Train
 

Beijing-Datong Train Schedule 2026

Beijing-Datong Train Schedule 2026 (Updated on Mar 10, 2026)

This table includes all direct trains (G/D high-speed/EMU and Z/T/K ordinary-speed) from Beijing to Datong on March. Times are local; (+1) indicates arrival on the next day. Stations are labeled in both English and Chinese for clarity. Train schedules and ticket prices are subject to change. Please refer to the official 12306 website for the most up-to-date and accurate information. 
 

• G/ D-trains: High-speed to Datong South; Business Class not available on all D-trains.
• Normal-speed: Ordinary to Datong; prices apply to Beijing Fengtai/ Beijing (hard) & Beijing West/ Beijing (soft).
   

Notes for Booking Train Tickets

1. Booking an original train is easier than booking a passing-by train. You can book a train ticket 15 days in advance at most. Above train schedule and fares are just for your reference, while they may change over time, you need to check them again.

2. Generally, the seats on the train in China have tow types including soft seat and hard seat. Also, there are tow kinds of sleeper seats on China's trains which are hard sleeper seat and soft sleeper seat. Hard sleeper seats are divided into upper hard sleeper, middle hard sleeper and lower hard sleeper (lower hard sleeper is the best); while soft sleeper seats are divided into upper soft sleeper and lower soft sleeper (lower soft sleeper is better).

3. In China, taking a train is a comparative cheaper way to cut down the travel cost. While correspondingly, the comfortable level is lower than by air.
Luggage: you need to take the luggages by yourself and keep an eye of them on transporting time, no luggage-checking service on the train
Carriage: it may be crowded when in the domestic travel seasons as well as summer holidays.
 

Tips for Beijing-Datong Travel

Best Time to Visit Beijing:
The best time to travel in Beijing is in spring and autumn, especially the late March to May, and September to mid-October.

Best Time to Visit Datong:
The best time to visit Datong is from April to October, especially May, June, September, and October. Because in these months, the climate is comfortable. Otherwise, July and August are two hottest months. And other periods are cold and sandy.

Try to Avoid Domestic Travel Season
Try to plan your Beijing tour by avoiding the peak holidays. Because of the popularity of Beijing and its popularity for Chinese tourists, those attractions become more crowded in these periods.

The most crowded seasons in China are Chinese Spring Festival (usually in late Jan or early Feb.), International Labor Day (May 01 to 03) and National Day (Oct 01-07). Spring Festival and the National Day golden week are the most crowded time for travelling.

Related Information

More transportation information: Beijing Transportation
More travel information: Beijing Travel Guide
Recommended China Tours from Beijing to Datong: 11 Days North Ancient Towns Exploration Tour
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