Beijing West Railway Station is one of the busiest railway hubs in China, with an average daily passenger flow of about 200K–500K passengers. As a key transport hub for the capital, it serves major rail lines including the Beijing-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway and the Beijing-Kowloon Railway, linking over 200 cities nationwide. Whether it is a high-speed rail trip or a conventional train, Beijing West Railway Station is an important transit station for your trip.
Learn about the station layout, popular trains, transportation, dining options, and nearby hotel information in advance to make your journey more efficient and smooth!
Beijing West Railway Station Basic Information
Beijing West Railway Station, known locally as Beijing Xi Zhan (北京西站), is located in Fengtai District, southwest of central Beijing. The station was opened in 1996 and underwent significant expansions to accommodate the growing demand for rail travel.
- Address: No. 118, Lianhuachi East Road, Fengtai District, Beijing
- Area: The station covers approximately 700,000 square metres, making it one of the largest railway stations in Asia.
- Platforms: It has 10 platforms and 20 tracks, and can handle high-speed trains, intercity trains and ordinary trains at the same time.
- Passenger Traffic: The station has a daily passenger flow of more than 200,000 and a holiday passenger flow of 500,000. Annual passenger volume is 180 million.
- Main Routes: Beijing-Kowloon, Beijing-Guangzhou, Beijing-Xi'an, Beijing-Harbin, Beijing-Xiong'an, etc.
Beijing West Railway Station Map & Layout
Beijing West Railway Station Map from China airline Travel
Beijing West Railway Station is huge and may be a bit difficult to move around, but its layout is reasonable. This station is mainly divided into 5 floors:
| Floor | Main Functions & Facilities |
B2 (Basement 2) | • Metro Lines 7 & 9 station • Taxi waiting area • Parking lot P3 |
B1 (Basement 1) | • Small restaurants • North side: Parking P1 & P5 • South side: Parking P15 & taxi zone |
F1 (1st Floor) | • Main arrival hall • Bus transfer area • Ticket offices • Metro access (Lines 7 & 9) |
F2 (2nd Floor) | • Main departure hall • Ticket offices (including group/Kowloon tickets) • Waiting rooms 1-13 • Platform access (1-10) • Restaurants & convenience stores • Luggage services |
F3 (3rd Floor) | • Additional restaurants • Convenience stores |
Popular Trains from/to Beijing West Railway Station
Beijing West Railway Station operates many high-speed trains and night trains to major destinations across China. Here are some of the most popular routes:
| Train Route | Duration | Book Online |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing West to Xi'an North | 4h 30m | Book Ticket |
| Beijing West to HK West Kowloon | 8h 12m | Book Ticket |
| Beijing West to Guangzhou South | 7h 17m | Book Ticket |
| Beijing West to Badaling Great Wall | 30m | Book Ticket |
| Beijing West to Chengdu East | 7h 30m | Book Ticket |
| Beijing West to Harbin West | 6h 37m | Book Ticket |
| Beijing West to Xiong'an | 55m | Book Ticket |
| Train Route | Duration | Book Online |
|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou South to Beijing West | 7h 17m | Book Ticket |
| Shenzhen North to Beijing West | 7h 49m | Book Ticket |
| Xi'an North to Beijing West | 4h 10m | Book Ticket |
| Chongqing North to Beijing West | 7h 11m | Book Ticket |
| Wuhan to Beijing West | 3h 48m | Book Ticket |
| Zhengzhou East to Beijing West | 2h 11m | Book Ticket |
| Shijiazhuang to Beijing West | 1h 00m | Book Ticket |
How to Get to Beijing West Railway Station & Quick Check-in Guide
By Metro
Beijing West Railway Station is served by Line 7 and Line 9 of the Beijing Metro. The exit signs lead directly to the main entrance of the station.
By Bus
Many bus lines stop at this station, including 3, 5, 9, 21, 40, 42, 53, 67, 109, 122, 142, 144, 309, 616, etc. You can use Amap to navigate and recommend the best bus routes.
By Taxi/Ride-Hailing
Although there is traffic congestion during rush hour, taxis are still easy to get. Ride-hailing apps such as Didi are also very convenient. Beijing West is 11 kilometres away from the Forbidden City and can be reached in less than half an hour by taxi.
Beijing West Railway Station Quick Access Guide
Know Your Waiting Room
- Check your ticket on 12306 or Trip.com app for the waiting room (highlighted in blue).
- North Square (North Entrance) → Ordinary Trains (Waiting Rooms 1-6)
- If your ticket shows no gate number, Take the North Exit and turn left (for Suburban Railway Line commuter trains).
- South Square (South Entrance) → High-Speed Rail (Waiting Rooms 7-13)
Beijing West Railway Station to Major Destinations
1. Beijing West Railway Station to Beijing Capital Airport
| Mode | Route | Time | Cost |
Taxi | Direct via Jingcheng Expressway (京承高速) | ~55 min | ¥80–120 |
Metro | Line 9 → Line 10 → Airport Express (3 transfers) | ~90 min | ¥30 |
Airport Bus | Beijing West Railway Station South Square to Capital Airport T2, T3 | ~60 min | ¥30 |
2. Beijing West Railway Station to Beijing Daxing Airport
| Mode | Route | Time | Cost |
High-Speed Rail | Beijing West → Daxing Airport Station (Direct train) | ~11–60 min | ¥24–35 |
Taxi | Direct via Jingkai Expressway (京开高速) | ~50 min | ¥90–200 |
Metro | Line 7 → Line 10 → Daxing Airport Express (Transfer at Ciqu) | ~60 min | ¥39 |
3. Beijing West Railway Station to Great Wall
| Mode | Route | Time | Cost |
Metro + Train | Line 9 → Line4 → Beijing North Station → Badaling Station | ~1.5 hours | ¥4 (metro) + ¥28 (train) |
Taxi | Book via Didi to Great Wall | ~1.5 hours | ¥120-300 |
Group Tour | Join a day tour (hotel pickup included) | ~1.5hours | ¥110-450 (£12-50) |
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4. Beijing West Railway Station to Forbidden City
| Mode | Route | Time | Cost |
Taxi | 8.3 km, direct access to the Forbidden City | ~20 min | ¥20-50 |
Metro | Line 9 → Line 1 (6 stations) | ~45 min | ¥3-4 |
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Hotels near Beijing West Railway Station
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Beijing West Railway Station Food
There are a variety of dining options within the station, including:
- Fast food chains (KFC, McDonald’s)
- Chinese noodle and dumpling restaurants
- Convenience stores (for snacks and drinks)
- Coffee shops (Starbucks, local brands)
Which floors of Beijing West Railway Station have food and drink?
2F: Restaurants and convenience stores are mainly concentrated on the second floor, including:
- Fast food: KFC, McDonald's, Zhenggongfu, Yujian Noodles, etc.
- Drinks: Starbucks
North B1: McDonald's, Dicos Burger, FamilyMart, etc.
South B1: Many small non-chain restaurants.
Beijing West Railway Station FAQs
How big is Beijing West Railway Station?
Beijing West Station covers an area of 510,000 m² and has a total construction area of 700,000 m².
What is Beijing West Station called in Chinese?
北京西站 (Běijīng Xī Zhàn).
Where to take high speed rail in Beijing?
Major stations: Beijing West, Beijing South, and Beijing Railway Station.
Which station is for high-speed rail in Beijing?
Beijing South Railway Station (main high-speed rail hub).
How do I get to Beijing West Station?
You can take metro line 7/9, bus or taxi.
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