In this page, we offer Xian - Guilin Train information as well as more details about train travel in China and tips about travel to Guilin and Xian 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
High-Speed Trains from Xi'an to Guilin
Departure Station: Xi’an North Railway Station (Xi’an Bei)
Arrival Stations: Guilin West (Guilin Xi), Guilin North (Guilin Bei), or Guilin Main Station (city center)
⚠️ Note: Despite the heading “Xian Railway Station,” all high-speed trains depart from Xi’an North, not the older Xi’an Station. Similarly, some trains terminate at Guilin West or Guilin North, which are farther from downtown. Choose your arrival station carefully based on your hotel location.
Xi'an-Guilin High-speed Train Schedule(Updated on Jan, 13, 2026)
| Train No. |
Departure |
Arrival |
Duration |
| G2239 |
07:40 Xian Bei (North) |
17:52 Guilin Xi (West) |
10h12m |
| G3739 |
08:08 Xian Bei (North) |
18:05 Guilin Bei (North) |
9h57m |
| G3739 |
08:08 Xian Bei (North) |
18:20 Guilin |
10h12m |
💡 Tip: If possible, choose a train arriving at Guilin Main Station, as it is the closest railway station to downtown Guilin. From here, popular spots like Zhengyang Pedestrian Street and the Lijiang River waterfront are easily accessible on foot, making it far more convenient than Guilin North or Guilin West stations.
Notes for Taking Train in China
1. Booking an original train is easier than booking a passing-by train. Train ticket can be booked 20 days in advance at most. TCT suggests travels to book train ticket as early as possible. TCT suggests travellers to book train ticket as early as you can, in case of the availability of the ticket. There are four way for guests to buy train ticket in China: buy ticket at the Railway Station, online, by telephone or through travel agencies. More useful information you can find at page How to Book China Train Tickets.
2. Generally, the seats on the train in China have tow types including soft seat and hard seat. Train sleepers are classified into two types: soft sleeper and hard sleeper. Hard sleeper has three sub-categories: upper hard sleeper, middle hard sleeper and lower hard sleeper; Soft sleeper has two sub-categories: upper soft sleeper and lower soft sleeper (better). If you take an over-night train or long distance train, you would better buy a ticket for soft sleeper to make your trip more comfortable.
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.
Food & Facilities on Board
Traveling on a G-series high-speed train from Xi’an to Guilin (a journey of about 10 hours) means you’ll likely need a meal or snack during the trip. You have three ways to enjoy meals and snacks on board, though one is less convenient for foreign travelers: 12306 pre-order (mainly Chinese-language only), dining car purchases, and aisle trolley service. Most High-speed trains feature a dining car or a mobile food trolley that passes through the carriages several times during the journey.
The food trolley is typically stocked with hot boxed meals (bentos), instant noodles, bottled water, soft drinks, and packaged snacks such as chips and nuts. While convenient, selection may be limited later in the journey, so if you have a specific meal preference, it’s best to head to the dining car or order from the trolley earlier in the trip.
The dining car located near the middle of the train (often in Car 5 or 9), it provides a simple menu—though generally without English translations. However, you can often point to pictures or use a translation app to communicate your choice.
Onboard Facilities
- Power Outlets: Every seat (including second class) has a standard Chinese power socket (Type A/C) and USB port—ideal for charging phones or laptops.
- Restrooms: Clean and well-maintained, located at the end of each carriage. Both squat and Western-style toilets are usually available. Toilet paper is provided, but carrying your own is still recommended.
- Luggage Storage: Overhead racks accommodate medium suitcases, while larger bags can be placed near the carriage entrance. There is no checked luggage service, so keep valuables with you.
- Wi-Fi: Most G-trains do not offer passenger Wi-Fi, though mobile data coverage is generally strong along this route.
- Accessibility: Designated seats and accessible restrooms are available for passengers with reduced mobility—request assistance when booking.
Tips for Traveling to Xian and Guilin
Best Time to Visit Xian:
Months like June, July, August and September are the best time to visit Xi'an. Other great months to visit Xi'an are April, May and October when the average temperatures are a little cooler but still between a pleasant temperature. If you don't mind bringing a coat, you might also enjoy visiting Xi'an during January, February, March, November. More climate and weather information can be found at Best time to visit Xian.
Best Time to Visit Guilin:
Guilin is suitable for travelling all year round, especially from April to October. The most important thing to know about Guilin weather is that it can get very hot, humid, and it rains a lot during summer. More information about weather and climate in Guilin can be found in Best time to visit Guilin.
🌸 Bonus: From Guilin, take a 30-minute high-speed train to Yangshuo, a scenic town surrounded by limestone peaks and rice paddies—perfect for cycling, bamboo rafting, or watching the Impression Liu Sanjie night show.
Try to Avoid domestic travel seasons
The most crowded seasons in China are Chinese Spring Festival (usually in late Jan or early Feb.), International Labour 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. Scenic spot will be full of travelers during these periods.
Related Information
► More transportation information: Xian Transportation
► Recommended China Tour to Xian: 11 Days Experience China Tour (Beijing-Xian-Guilin-Shanghai Tour)
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