Chengdu East Railway Station
成都东站 · Chéngdū Dōng · Chengdu
By China Rail Guide Updated 2026-05-31 Details verified May 2026 against China Railway (12306)
Chengdu East is the city's principal high-speed hub, a short metro ride east of the centre. It handles the busy Chengdu–Chongqing line, the Xi'an–Chengdu mountain route, trains toward Kunming, and the long high-speed runs east to Shanghai and Guangzhou. Two metro lines connect it to downtown.
Getting to the station
Approximate distance and travel time from key points in Chengdu.
| From | Distance | By taxi | By metro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tianfu Square (centre) | 9 km | ~20–30 min, ¥30–45 | Line 2 direct, ~20 min |
| Chunxi Road | 7 km | ~15–25 min, ¥25–35 | Line 2, ~15 min |
| Shuangliu Airport (CTU) | 22 km | ~30–40 min, ¥60–80 | Line 10 + Line 2, ~45 min |
Lines & destinations
This station serves the following high-speed lines:
- Chengdu–Chongqing HSR
- Xi'an–Chengdu HSR
- Chengdu–Guiyang / Kunming HSR
Major destinations: Chongqing, Xi'an, Kunming, Guangzhou, Shanghai.
Metro connections
- Line 2 — West to Chunxi Road, Tianfu Square and the city centre.
- Line 7 (loop) — Ring line linking the major districts and other stations.
Airport transfer
Tianfu International (TFU): ~1h by Metro Line 18 (direct). Shuangliu International (CTU): ~40–50 min by Line 2 + Line 10, or taxi (~30–40 min).
Facilities
- English-language ticket and service counters
- Passport-enabled self-service ticket collection
- Left-luggage services
- Food court and shops
- Step-free access and accessible facilities
Boarding & gates
Clear security at the entrance, check the boards for your waiting hall and gate (检票口), and scan your passport or e-ticket ~15 minutes before departure. Allow ~30 minutes from arrival to boarding.
Station lines and destinations reflect China Railway (12306) services; access times and distances are from Amap, last verified May 2026. Metro lines, exits and travel times can change — confirm locally.