Give me 40 minutes, I’ll take you across China by train — 7,000km end to end!

Embark on a whirlwind 40-minute episode across China by train—7,000 kilometers, five time zones, and glimpses of over 80 hours onboard! This condensed adventure travels from Fuyuan, China’s easternmost city on the Russian border, to Aktao near the Pamir Mountains. Along the way, we explore life inside three of China’s classic slow train classes: hard seat, hard sleeper, and soft sleeper.
From the East Polar Pavilion to the streets of Harbin, the historical grandeur of Xi’an, and the vast landscapes of Xinjiang, every highlight reveals China’s incredible diversity. Experience the tight bunks of hard sleeper cars, the hearty meals of dining cars, and small rituals that make train life unique—all in just 40 minutes.
This is your express taste of China’s legendary slow trains—perfect for anyone curious about scenic railway journeys, authentic train travel, or hidden corners of China. Ready to see it all, condensed?
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Travel Information:
Fuyuan-Harbin East, K7066, 16:45-7:34+1 (970km, 14h49m), Hard Sleeper Lower Bunk @ RMB230/USD32
Harbin West-Shenyang North, Z158, 10:20-15:03 (539km, 4h43m), Hard Seat @RMB75/USD10
Shenyang North-Xi’an, K1572, 16:04-19:19+1 (2,078km, 27h15m), Hard Sleeper Lower Bunk @ RMB416/USD58
Xi’an - Kashgar, T269, 22:00-13:00+2 (3,649km, 39h), Soft Sleeper Lower Bunk @ RMB982/USD137
Kashgar -Aktao, K9785, 9:50-10:17 (38km, 27m), Hard Seat @RMB9/USD1

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