Xi'an North Railway Station Guide: Map, Tickets, Transport & Hotels

Travelling in Xi'an often begins with getting to know its main high-speed rail hub, Xi'an North Railway Station. This guide introduces the station itself, its layout, train services, transport links to major attractions, as well as nearby hotel options. With this information, you can easily explore Xi'an North Railway Station and plan your journey.

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About Xi'an North Railway Station

Xi'an North Railway Station (西安北站, Xī'ān Běi Zhàn) is located on Yuanshuo Road (also known as Shangxin Road) in Weiyang District, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China. It is located approximately 7.5 miles (12 km) from Xi'an city centre (Bell Tower), 1.9 miles (3 km) from the municipal government centre, and 17.4 miles (28 km) from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport. Opened on 11 January 2011, it is one of the largest and most important high-speed rail hubs in Northwest China.

With a total area of approximately 533,000 m², the station features 18 platforms and 34 tracks, making it a central node in the regional high-speed network. It is operated by China Railway Xi'an Group and serves multiple major lines, including the Xuzhou-Lanzhou, Datong-Xi'an, and Xi'an-Chengdu High-Speed Railways, greatly enhancing connectivity across Western China.

The station offers full integration with local transport networks, including metro lines, buses, taxis, and private vehicles, ensuring smooth transfers for travellers. Since January 5, 2025, it has also provided direct cross-border high-speed rail services to Hong Kong West Kowloon Station. This service marks the first time a high-speed train has directly connected Northwest China to Hong Kong.

Xi'an North Railway Station Map & Layout

Xi'an North Railway Station is mainly divided into 3 floors, including two above ground and one underground. The station consists of a central terminal building with north and south squares, forming a large-scale hub. Departures are mainly arranged on the second floor, platforms and entry halls on the first floor, while arrivals and metro connections are located on the underground floor.

🔻Layout Plan of Xi'an North Railway Station

Popular Trains from/to Xi'an North Railway Station

Xi'an North Railway Station is a major high-speed rail hub in Northwest China, operating primarily G and D-series trains. These services offer fast and efficient connections to major destinations across the country, significantly reducing travel time compared to traditional rail.

The table below summarises popular train routes from or to Xi’an North Railway Station, including route, duration, and price, to help you plan your journey.

How to Get to Xi'an North Railway Station

*Xi'an Metro Line 4 from Xi'an Railway Station to Xi'an North Railway Station

Xi’an North Railway Station is located about 7.5 miles (12 km) north of the city centre (Bell Tower). Travellers can easily reach the station by metro, bus, taxi/online car-hailing, or self-driving.

Metro

• Line 2: Direct service from central stops such as Bell Tower and Yongningmen, about 30–40 minutes, fare CNY 4.
• Line 4: Direct service from Xi’an Railway Station area, about 30 minutes, fare CNY 4.

Bus

• To South Square: Routes 108, 266, 281.
• To North Square: Routes 149, 182, 200.
• Duration: about 1.5 hours, fare: approx. ¥2.

Taxi / Ride-hailing

• Around 30–40 minutes depending on traffic.
• Estimated fare CNY 30–45.

Self-driving

• Navigate directly to Xi’an North Railway Station.
• Parking available at North Square (East and West indoor car parks) and South Square (underground car park).

Xi'an North Railway Station to Bell Tower

The Bell Tower (Zhōnglóu) is situated in the historic heart of Xi'an, approximately 7.5 miles (12 km) south of Xi'an North Railway Station. Visitors can easily travel between the station and this iconic landmark by metro, taxi, or ride-hailing service.

Metro

• Take Metro Line 2 directly from Xi'an North Station to Bell Tower Station.
• The journey takes approximately 29 minutes and costs ¥4.

Taxi / Ride-hailing

• A taxi or ride-hailing car offers a direct and comfortable option, especially for travellers with luggage or limited time.
• The trip usually takes 40–45 minutes, depending on traffic, and costs around ¥35–60.

Xi'an North Railway Station to Terracotta Warriors

The Terracotta Warriors, one of China’s most famous heritage sites, are located about 25 miles (41 km) east of Xi’an North Railway Station. Travellers can reach the museum by metro with a bus transfer, a direct shuttle bus, taxi/ride-hailing, or ticket packages with shuttle services from £23.11.

Metro + Bus

• Route: Line 2 (Xi’an North Railway Station → Beidajie) → Line 1 (to Fangzhicheng) → Line 9 (to Huaqingchi, Exit C). Walk to Huaqingchi Bus Stop → take Tourist Bus 613 or 602 directly to the Terracotta Warriors.
• Duration: approx. 2h (metro ~1.5h + bus ~40m).
• Fare: metro CNY 9 + bus CNY 2–5.

Direct Shuttle Bus

• Shuttle bus from Xi’an North Railway Station to Terracotta Warriors Scenic Area.
• First bus 08:30, last bus 20:30, departures every 15–20 minutes.
• Duration: approx. 1.5h.
• Fare: about CNY 30 (with simple explanation on board).

Taxi / Ride-hailing

• Direct to Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum, 秦始皇兵马俑博物馆 (Terracotta Army).
• Duration: approx. 45–60 minutes, depending on traffic.
• Fare: about CNY 70–100.
• Tip: avoid rush hours (08:00–10:00, 14:00–16:00).

👉 Ticket + Shuttle Bus Package From £23.11

• Options include admission to the Terracotta Army + Huaqing Palace with round-trip shuttle bus between the two sites.
• Some packages also provide one-way shuttle transfers combined with entrance tickets.

Xi'an North Railway Station to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY)

Xi’an Xianyang International Airport is located about 17.4 miles (28 km) northwest of Xi’an North Railway Station. You can take the metro, airport shuttle bus, or taxi/ride-hailing service directly to the airport.

Hotels near Xi'an North Railway Station

Staying at a hotel near Xi’an North Railway Station is a good choice for travellers seeking quick access to high-speed rail, metro and airport transport. Hotels around the station offer a range of comfortable and affordable options, ideal for short stays, stopovers, or business trips.

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