Harbin is famous for the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival. The Festival is held in Harbin every year in January or February. Jinan is situated in the middle of the west part of Shandong Province, which is famous for "the Spring City" in China.
Currently, there are four pairs of high-speed trains running between Harbin and Jinan. The rest three pair of trains are normal-speed trains, with about 21-25 hours duration time.
Quick Facts
- Distance: About 1522 kilometers (945 miles)
- Terminals: Harbin West Railway Station, Jinan Railway Station, Jinan West Railway Station
- Duration: About 8-8½ hours
- Main stops: Changchun, Shenyang, Jinzhou, Qinhuangdao, Tianjin
Harbin to Jinan High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 16th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G2656 | 08:06 | 16:30 | 8h 24m |
| G1206 | 08:13 | 16:37 | 8h 24m |
| G1202 | 08:52 | 16:59 | 8h 7m |
| G2634 | 12:11 | 21:19 | 9h 8m |
Please note: The trains listed above are only some of the ones in operation. The timetable is just for your reference.
If you want up-to-date schedules, you can use the search tool at the top of this page or search via our Travel China train ticket service.
Jinan to Harbin High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 16th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1208 | 08:37 | 17:13 | 8h 36m |
| G2636 | 08:46 | 18:11 | 9h 25m |
| G2658 | 11:54 | 19:45 | 7h 51m |
| G1204 | 13:53 | 21:36 | 7h 43m |
Harbin-Jinan High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Superior Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| US$17 (CNY1,178.5) | US$147 (CNY1,023.5) | US$90 (CNY627.5) |
Harbin-Jinan Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals: Jinan Railway Station, Jinan West Railway Station Harbin West Railway Station
- Duration: 21-25 hours
- Main stops: Changchun, Shenyang, Jinzhou, Shanhaiguan, Tangshan, Tianjin
Harbin-Jinan Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 16th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K1452 | 01:45 | 00:43 (next day) | 22h 58m |
| K1394 | 02:08 | 02:35 (next day) | 24h 27m |
| K704 | 13:30 | 10:09 (next day) | 20h 39m |
- Please note: The trains listed above are only some of the ones in operation. The timetable is just for your reference.
- If you want up-to-date schedules, you can use the search tool at the top of this page or search via our Travel China train ticket service.
Jinan to Harbin Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 16th, 2023)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K1450 | 20:21 | 17:30 (next day) | 21h 9m |
| K702 | 22:46 | 20:57 (next day) | 22h 11m |
| K1392 | 23:59 | 21:55 (next day) | 21h 56m |
Harbin to Jinan Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| US$74 (CNY515) | US$47 (CNY328) | US$28 (CNY192) |
Flights vs Trains Journeys between Harbin and Jinan
It is true that flights are more efficient even if there are high-speed trains. Flights are quicker if you have less traveling time. There are 6 direct flights between Harbin and Jinan each day. The flight time is about two hours only. This means you reach your destination quicker therefore you can spend more time at your destination. Flight ticket price always higher than train ticket prices, however if you book the flights in advance it is possible to get some discount.
