How to Travel from Beijing to Harbin
The distance from Beijing to Harbin is 1,247 kilometers. Both are in the north of China, but Harbin is located in Heilongjiang Province, the northeastern part of China. It is convenient to choose either a plane or a train. However, we recommend you take a plane as it is faster and saves time. The fastest flight only takes 2 hours.
The Best Ways to Travel From Beijing to Harbin
The best way to travel from Beijing to Harbin is by plane. Flights from Beijing to Harbin mainly depart from Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport, and land at Harbin Taiping International Airport. There are 20 flights from Beijing to Harbin every day.
| Features | Plane | High-Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Price | CNY1700/USD233 | CNY595.5/USD82 |
| Duration | 2h | 5h |
| Speed | 600km/h | 250km/h |
| Frequency | 20/day | 21/day |
| Advantage | Time-Saving | Comfortable |
| Disadvantage | High Cost | Longer Duration |
Note for Passengers:
1. The ticket price does not include airport construction fees and fuel surcharge.
2. The prices displayed above are for reference only. They may change at any time.
Beijing to Harbin Flight
It takes 2 hours to fly from Beijing to Harbin, which refers to the time on the plane. The earliest flight takes off at 6:40 and lands at 8:45. The last flight takes off at 22:30 and lands at 00:40. The economy class price is CNY1700/USD233.
Taking a plane is the most convenient way. You can fly from Beijing Capital International Airport or Beijing Daxing International Airport to Harbin Taiping International Airport. After landing, you can take the shuttle bus downtown and start your journey in Harbin.
Flights Depart from Beijing Capital Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport is 25 kilometers away from the city center, and there are 24 flights from this airport to Harbin. From the urban area to the airport, you can take Capital Airport Express passes to Beixinqiao Station, Dongzhimen Station, Sanyuanqiao Station, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3.
(Updated on July 15th, 2024)
| Flight Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA1621 | 6:40 | 8:45 | 2h5m |
| CN7139 | 6:55 | 8:55 | 2h |
| CA1689 | 7:15 | 9:10 | 1h55m |
| CA1643 | 8:25 | 10:30 | 2h5m |
| KN5501 | 9:40 | 11:50 | 2h10m |
| CZ5968 | 11:00 | 13:15 | 2h15m |
| CA6220 | 12:00 | 14:10 | 2h10m |
| CA1623 | 12:40 | 14:50 | 2h10m |
| CZ6218 | 15:40 | 17:55 | 2h15m |
| CA1611 | 17:55 | 19:45 | 1h50m |
Flights Depart from Beijing Daxing Airport
Beijing Daxing International Airport is 46 kilometers away from the city center, and there are 33 flights from this airport to Harbin every day. You can take Line 10 or Line 19 to Caoqiao Station and then transfer to Daxing Airport Express to get to Daxing Airport. This subway passes Caoqiao Station, Daxing Xincheng Station, and Daxing Airport Station.
(Updated on July 15th, 2024)
| Flight Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA8383 | 6:50 | 8:55 | 2h5m |
| CZ6657 | 7:15 | 9:10 | 2h5m |
| MU5197 | 8:00 | 10:15 | 2h15m |
| CZ5983 | 9:30 | 11:30 | 2h |
| MU8166 | 9:40 | 11:50 | 2h30m |
| CZ5968 | 11:00 | 13:15 | 2h15m |
| CZ6220 | 12:00 | 14:10 | 2h10m |
| CZ6218 | 15:40 | 17:55 | 2h25m |
| CZ6208 | 18:40 | 20:55 | 2h15m |
| MU6235 | 22:00 | 00:05 | 2h05m |
Beijing to Harbin High-speed Train
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There are 21 high-speed trains from Beijing to Harbin every day. The earliest train departs at 8: 00 and arrives in Harbin at 12:51, while the last train leaves at 17:37 and reaches Harbin at 23:01. It takes about 5 hours to take the high-speed train.
The trains depart from Beijing Railway Station, Beijing West Railway Station, or Beijing Chaoyang Station, and arrive at Harbin Railway Station or Harbin West Railway Station. Taking the high-speed train is more comfortable than flying, and you can walk freely in the carriage. If you don't want to sit for a long time, the high-speed train can be your second choice.
Beijing to Harbin High-speed Train Time
(Updated on July 15th, 2024)
| Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G941 | 6:40 | 12:40 | 6h |
| G901 | 8:00 | 12:51 | 4h51m |
| G931 | 8:30 | 14:05 | 5h35m |
| G935 | 8:36 | 15:14 | 6h38m |
| G903 | 9:00 | 13:53 | 4h53m |
| G935 | 9:03 | 15:14 | 6h11m |
| G933 | 9:20 | 15:01 | 5h41m |
| G935 | 9:37 | 15:14 | 5h37m |
| G937 | 10:10 | 16:19 | 6h09m |
| G939 | 10: 23 | 16:02 | 5h39m |
| G905 | 11:05 | 15:56 | 4h51m |
| G945 | 11:15 | 17:03 | 5h48m |
| G3641 | 11:32 | 17:33 | 6h01m |
| G947 | 13:40 | 19:37 | 5h57m |
| G949 | 13:55 | 19:52 | 5h43m |
| G907 | 14:05 | 19:23 | 5h18m |
| G907 | 14:27 | 19:23 | 4h56m |
| G951 | 15:05 | 21:15 | 6h10m |
| G909 | 16:00 | 20:57 | 4h57m |
| G935 | 16:22 | 22:15 | 5h53m |
| G955 | 17:37 | 23:01 | 5h24m |
Beijing to Harbin High-Speed Train Cost
| Seat | Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | CNY1875.5/USD258 | CNY951.5/USD131 | CNY595.5/USD82 |
Beijing to Harbin Normal Speed rain
There are 20 normal-speed trains from Beijing to Harbin every day. The earliest train departs at 3:49 a.m. and arrives in Harbin at 16:32, lasting 12 hours and 43 minutes. The last train departs at 21:25 and arrives in Harbin at 7:44 a.m. the next day, lasting 10 hours and 19 minutes.
If you can't get a high-speed train ticket from Beijing to Harbin and want to enjoy the scenery along the way, the normal-speed train can be another option. It would be best if you bought a ticket on the day you depart.
Beijing to Harbin Normal Speed Train Time
(Updated on July 15th, 2024)
| Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| T182 | 3:49 | 16:32 | 12h43m |
| Z112 | 5:54 | 17:28 | 11h34m |
| Z156 | 6:02 | 17:41 | 11h40m |
| K339 | 11:15 | 5:00 (Arriving on Second Day) | 17h45m |
| T297 | 12:32 | 1:57 (Arriving on Second Day) | 13h25m |
| K349 | 15:02 | 6:29 (Arriving on Second Day) | 15h27m |
| K383 | 15:09 | 6:13 (Arriving on Second Day) | 15h04m |
| K1303 | 16:25 | 8:25 (Arriving on Second Day) | 16h33m |
| T17 | 16:45 | 5:27 (Arriving on Second Day) | 12h42m |
| K546 | 17:30 | 10:03 (Arriving on Second Day) | 16h33m |
| K546 | 17:30 | 9:40 (Arriving on Second Day) | 16h10m |
| K547 | 18:00 | 9:40 (Arriving on Second Day) | 15h40m |
| K547 | 18:00 | 10:03 (Arriving on Second Day) | 16h03m |
| Z83 | 18:16 | 5:34 (Arriving on Second Day) | 11h18m |
| T47 | 18:58 | 6:45 (Arriving on Second Day) | 11h47m |
| Z203 | 20:36 | 7:01 (Arriving on Second Day) | 10h25m |
| Z67 | 20:56 | 9:20 (Arriving on Second Day) | 12h24m |
| Z15 | 21:18 | 7:38 (Arriving on Second Day) | 10h20m |
| Z17 | 21:26 | 7:46 (Arriving on Second Day) | 10h20m |
| K341 | 23:00 | 15:48 (Arriving on Second Day) | 16h48m |
| K341 | 23:00 | 15:12(Arriving on Second Day) | 16h12m |
Beijing to Harbin Normal Speed Train Cost
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | CNY440.5/USD60 | CNY288.5/USD40 | CNY156.5/USD23 |
How do You get From Harbin Airport to the City
Harbin Taiping International Airport is 37 kilometers away from the downtown area. At present, the subway connecting the airport and the downtown area has not been opened yet. You can take a bus from the airport to the downtown, costing CNY20. Or you can take a taxi, costing CNY70.
Bus Number 1
Operation route: Airport - No. 46, Aidemengdun Road - No. 398, Xinyang Road - Anfa Bridge, Xinyang Road - Harbin Railway Station - No. 2, Ganshui Road
Operating time: 7:30 to the end of the flight
Bus Number 2
Operation route: Airport - Linggongli - Chilun Road - Harbin West Railway Station - Harbin West Clothing City - Subway Entrance of Harbin University of Science and Technology - Hexing Mall - Lesong Square - Tongxiang Store - Nongken Building - Tianyang Hotel - Convention and Exhibition Center - Minfang Business Hotel
Operating time: 7:30 am to the end of the flight
Bus Number 3
Operation route: Airport - Chilun Road - Xingcheng Hotel - Anhong Street - Central Street - Nanjijie Eighth District Stadium - Nanji -Harbin No. 124 Middle School - Taiping Bridge - Harbin East Railway Station
Operating time: 7:30 am to the end of the flight
Bus Number 4
Operation route: Airport - Qunli Homeland - Tongnange Community - Qunli Medical University - Qunli Yuanda - Kang'an Road - Gonglu Bridge - Ice and Snow World - Jiangbei Qianjin Crossing - Agricultural Machinery Market - Dagengjia - Harbin North Railway Station - Xueyuan Road - Zhujia - Yiwu Small Commodity City - Hulan Passenger Station
Operating Hours: 8:50, 9:30, 10:10, 10:50, 11:30, 12:10, 12:50, 13:30, 14:10, 14:50, 15:30, 16:10, 16:50, 17:30, 18:10, 18:50, 19:30, 20:10, 20:50, 21:30, 22:10, 22:50, 23:30, 0:10, 0:50, 01:30
Airport Shuttle Bus to Harbin Railway Station
Operation route: Harbin Taiping International Airport-Harbin Railway Station
Operating time: 7:30 to the end of the flight
Shuttle Bus to Wanda
Operation route: Harbin Taiping International Airport - Rongchuangmao - Songbei Maple Town
Operating time: 8:30, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 17:30, 18:30, 19:30, 20:30, 21:30, 22:30, 23:30, 0:30, 01:30
Is Harbin Worth Visiting
Harbin, the Ice City located in northeastern China, has attracted countless tourists with its unique charm.
1. Ice and Snow World: Every winter, Harbin hosts the Ice and Snow World event, showcasing a myriad of ice and snow sculptures, along with skating and skiing activities.
2. Unique Architecture: Harbin also known as the "Oriental Paris", boasts various architectural styles that can be admired along Zhongyang Street.
3. Rich Cuisine: you can taste the local Northeastern Chinese dishes such as Guo Bao Rouand Di San Xian, among many other delicious offerings.
How to Arrange Your Travel From Beijing to Harbin
When planning a trip from Beijing to Harbin, the most recommended transportation is by plane. It is advisable to purchase airline tickets one month before departure or train tickets half a month before departure. You can book train tickets on China Train.
If your budget is limited and you plan to take an overnight train, you can choose trains that arrive on the second day, such as K339, T297, and K4217. You can identify these trains by looking for "+1" after the arrival time, indicating arrival on the following day.
If you are flying to Harbin, there are buses available at the airport that will take you to Harbin Railway Station, which is located downtown and offers convenient transportation. If you are not good at Chinese, you can download a translation app on your phone or contact China Travel to book your Harbin itinerary. We can arrange for an English-speaking tour guide to assist you during your stay.