Tianjin to Qingdao
Everything you need to know about traveling by train between Tianjin and Qingdao, from departure times to ticket costs—is listed here.
Travel options for Tianjin to Qingdao
For a trip from Tianjin to Qingdao, train is both the fastest and the most cost-effective choice at 160 CN¥, taking just 3h y 36 minutes.
Train from Tianjin to Qingdao
Board at Tianjin West or Tianjin and travel from Tianjin to Qingdao, reaching Qingdao North or Qingdao after approximately 3 hours 36 minutes. Train tickets start from 160 CN¥, so plan ahead and reserve your ticket.
Prices: 160 CN¥
Duration: 3h 36m – 9h 38m ⏱
Train Routes & Schedules from Tianjin to Qingdao
- Reach Qingdao North by boarding the train at Tianjin West, traveling roughly 3h 36m to 4h 7m. Fares start at 373 to 388 CN¥, and rail services operate from 15:45 until 19:12.
- Qingdao is your destination from Tianjin West, with the train taking around 3h 43m to 3h 59m to get there. Departures run from 13:49 until 15:09, and tickets begin at 385 to 388 CN¥.
- Leave Tianjin for Qingdao by train, taking approximately 4h 12m. Rail services operate at 14:56, and fares begin at 385 CN¥.
- Set off from Tianjin by train and spend roughly 9h 10m to 9h 38m traveling before reaching Qingdao North. Ticket prices begin at 160 CN¥, and rail services operate from 05:19 until 06:41.
Cheapest Train Tianjin to Qingdao
160 CN¥, from Tianjin to Qingdao North, departure at some times, duration 9h 18mFastest Train Tianjin to Qingdao
373 CN¥, from Tianjin West to Qingdao North, departure at 19:12, duration 3h 36mTrain Timetable: Tianjin → Qingdao
- 14:56 19:08 4h 12m 385 CN¥
Train Timetable: Tianjin → Qingdao North
- 05:19 14:57 9h 38m 160 CN¥
- 05:25 14:35 9h 10m 160 CN¥
- 05:37 15:10 9h 33m 160 CN¥
- 06:41 15:59 9h 18m 160 CN¥
Train Timetable: Tianjin West → Qingdao
- 13:49 17:32 3h 43m 388 CN¥
- 15:09 19:08 3h 59m 385 CN¥
Train Timetable: Tianjin West → Qingdao North
- 15:45 19:27 3h 42m 388 CN¥
- 17:33 21:40 4h 7m 374 CN¥
- 19:12 22:48 3h 36m 373 CN¥
Frequently Asked Questions Tianjin to Qingdao
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tianjin to Qingdao.
How long does the Tianjin to Qingdao trip usually take?
By train, the Tianjin to Qingdao trip takes between about 3 hours 36 minutes and 9 hours 38 minutes, depending on the service and station pair. The difference comes from whether the train runs between Tianjin West, Tianjin, Qingdao North, or Qingdao.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Tianjin to Qingdao?
The lowest listed train fare on the Tianjin to Qingdao route is 160 CNY. Prices go up to 388 CNY depending on the train and the departure and arrival stations used.
Which option is the fastest for Tianjin to Qingdao?
The fastest listed option is a train from Tianjin West to Qingdao North, which takes about 3 hours 36 minutes to 4 hours 7 minutes. Other train combinations are slower, especially those involving Tianjin and Qingdao North.
Where do trains leave and arrive on the Tianjin to Qingdao route?
Trains on the Tianjin to Qingdao route depart from Tianjin West or Tianjin. They arrive at Qingdao North or Qingdao. The exact station pair depends on the service you choose.
How many train departures are there from Tianjin to Qingdao each day?
The route has 10 train trips listed. That gives several departure choices across the day, rather than one fixed service.
What are the first and last train departures from Tianjin to Qingdao?
The first listed train departs Tianjin at 05:19, and the last listed departure is at 19:12. These times apply to the train services shown for the Tianjin to Qingdao route.
Why does the Tianjin to Qingdao travel time vary so much by train?
The travel time changes because the route includes different station pairs. Tianjin West to Qingdao North is much faster than Tianjin to Qingdao North, which is the longest listed train combination.
How much should I expect to pay for a train from Tianjin to Qingdao?
Train fares on the Tianjin to Qingdao route range from 160 CNY to 388 CNY. The price depends on the specific train and whether it runs between Tianjin West, Tianjin, Qingdao North, or Qingdao.
Is there a big difference between Tianjin West and Tianjin departures for Qingdao?
Yes. Tianjin West services are generally faster than Tianjin departures on this route. Tianjin West to Qingdao North takes about 3 hours 36 minutes to 4 hours 7 minutes, while Tianjin to Qingdao North takes about 9 hours 10 minutes to 9 hours 38 minutes.
Which Tianjin to Qingdao train station pair is the slowest?
The slowest listed train pair is Tianjin to Qingdao North, at about 9 hours 10 minutes to 9 hours 38 minutes. It is much longer than the Tianjin West services on the same route.
Can I book Tianjin to Qingdao tickets online?
Yes, tickets for the Tianjin to Qingdao route can be checked and booked online through TicketRoutes.com. The site shows the available train options, fares, and departure times for this route.
What is the full range of train times on Tianjin to Qingdao?
Across all listed train services, the Tianjin to Qingdao route runs from about 3 hours 36 minutes up to about 9 hours 38 minutes. The range is wide because the route includes both faster and much slower station combinations.
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