Chongqing North Railway Station (Chongqingbei) is the city's main high-speed rail station, serving bullet trains to Chengdu, Xian, Wuhan, and beyond.

About Chongqing North Railway Station

Chongqing North Railway Station is one of southwestern China\'s busiest rail hubs, with two major halls—the older South Square and the newer North Square handling most high-speed services. The station connects Chongqing to the national high-speed rail network, with popular routes including Chengdu (1–1.5 hrs), Xi\'an (5 hrs), Guiyang (2 hrs), and Kunming (4.5 hrs).

The North Square area has developed into a commercial district with hotels, restaurants, and shopping. The station is also a key interchange point for Chongqing\'s metro system, with Lines 3, 10, and the Loop Line all converging here. Travelers on the Yangtze River cruise ships often arrive via this station before transferring to the Chaotianmen dock downtown.

Nearby Landmarks

Chongqing North Station North Square Guanyinqiao Shopping District Jiangbei Temple Jiangbei Mouth Park

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $5-8 (35-55 CNY)
Time 25-40 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Train (Metro Line 10)

Cost $1 (3 CNY)
Time 25 minutes
Frequency Every 5-8 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

Take Metro Line 10 from the airport directly to Chongqingbei (Chongqing North Station). No transfer needed.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $5-8 (35-55 CNY) 25-40 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Train $1 (3 CNY) 25 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Metro Line 10 runs from the airport until about 10:30 PM, with the station just a few stops away. After metro hours, taxis from the airport to the station cost ¥40–60 and take 20–30 minutes. The train station area has taxis and DiDi available around the clock. Some high-speed trains depart very early (6:00 AM), so nearby hotels are useful for early departures.

Luggage Tips

Chongqing North Station has luggage carts (free) in the departure hall and luggage storage facilities near the North Square entrance (¥10–20 per bag). The metro from the airport has luggage racks. If transferring from flight to train, allow at least 90 minutes total including metro travel and security/ticket check at the station.

Accessibility

Chongqing North Railway Station is accessible with elevators connecting all floors, wheelchair-accessible ticket windows, and staff assistance available at the service center. The metro connection is also fully accessible. Request boarding assistance in advance through the 12306 app or at the station.