G1833 is a long-distance Fuxing service from Beijing South to Kunming South in Yunnan province, covering 2,760 km in approximately 12 hours on the Beijing-Kunming HSR network. Kunming is the 'City of Eternal Spring' — gateway to Yunnan province's spectacular landscapes, Lijiang, and the Stone Forest.
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| 1 | Beijing South Railway Station Beijing | Start | 07:00 |
| 2 | Wuhan Railway Station Wuhan | 09:36 | 09:39 |
| 3 | Changsha South Railway Station Changsha | 10:22 | 10:25 |
| 4 | Kunming South Railway Station Kunming | 19:22 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official China railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
G1833 is a long-distance Fuxing service from Beijing South to Kunming South in Yunnan province, covering 2,760 km in approximately 12 hours on the Beijing-Kunming HSR network. Kunming is the 'City of Eternal Spring' — gateway to Yunnan province's spectacular landscapes, Lijiang, and the Stone Forest. As a special service, it is a premium service designed for higher-comfort travel on its corridor.
G1833 Beijing–Kunming runs on every day of the week, with the timetable above showing the scheduled departure time at each intermediate stop. The full route includes 4 stops with a total scheduled time of 12h 22m, averaging out to approximately 240 minutes between consecutive stations once dwell time is taken into account. Major intermediate stops along the route include Wuhan Railway Station, Changsha South Railway Station, providing passenger interchange points with regional and local services where available.
G1833 Beijing–Kunming offers 2 travel classes: Hard Sleeper, Soft Sleeper. The lowest published fare is CNY 320 for Hard Sleeper, while the highest-class fare is CNY 520 for Soft Sleeper. Higher-class fares typically include wider seating, better climate control, and on many long-distance services include meals or refreshments. Travel class fare differences also reflect coach configuration — for example sleeper berths convert to flat beds for overnight travel, while seated coach classes use forward-facing reclining seats arranged 2+2 or 2+1 across the aisle. Check the per-class fare table on this page for the current published price by class.
Tickets for G1833 Beijing–Kunming are sold by China Railways (CR) through the official booking portal at 12306.cn. Online booking typically opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on the operator and service type. Booking early gives access to the cheapest advance discount fares which can be 30–80% cheaper than walk-up tickets at the station. Tickets are also available at station booking offices and from authorised travel agents and ticket resellers. Most operators accept payment by credit card, debit card, and digital wallet.
On the day of travel, arrive at the originating station at least 30–45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. This gives time to locate the correct platform (platform number is announced on station information displays 20–60 minutes before departure), find your reserved coach (coach numbers are marked along the platform edge at major stations), and board with your luggage. Sleeper class passengers should note that bedrolls (linen, pillow, blanket) are typically provided by the operator on overnight services — confirm at the time of booking. Carry a light jacket or shawl as air-conditioning can run cold during the early-morning hours of the journey. Keep valuables in a small bag stowed under the lower berth rather than in overhead racks. Always cross-check the platform number against your e-ticket or seat reservation before boarding — multiple trains can depart within a short window from adjacent platforms during peak periods.
This G1833 Beijing–Kunming page is part of the TrainsTracking China timetable collection covering passenger rail services across the China Railways (CR) network. Schedule data is verified daily against the official operator timetable, and fare information reflects the most recent published tariff. TrainsTracking is an information platform and does not process bookings or payments — all ticket purchases are completed directly through 12306.cn. For real-time delay information, platform changes, and same-day cancellations, always check station displays or the official operator app immediately before travel.
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Book G1833 Beijing–Kunming tickets at 12306.cn, the official China Railways (CR) portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit China Railways (CR)G1833 Beijing–Kunming departs at 07:00 and arrives at the final destination at 19:22. The total scheduled journey time is approximately 12h 22m. Times use the official China timetable and are local times at each stop. Always verify with China Railways (CR) on the day of travel as schedules can change due to engineering work or seasonal adjustments.
G1833 Beijing–Kunming fares start from approximately CNY 320 for Hard Sleeper class and go up to CNY 520 for Soft Sleeper. Higher-class fares include wider seating, climate control, and on long-distance services may include meals. Book through 12306.cn for the latest published fares and to check current seat availability.
Tickets for G1833 Beijing–Kunming are sold through 12306.cn, the official China Railways (CR) booking platform. Online booking opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on operator. Book in advance for the cheapest available fares. Tickets can also be purchased at station booking offices during opening hours, typically 08:00–20:00 daily.
G1833 Beijing–Kunming makes 4 scheduled stops along its route. The journey starts at Beijing South Railway Station and ends at Kunming South Railway Station. Major intermediate stops include Wuhan Railway Station, Changsha South Railway Station. The full stop sequence with arrival and departure times is shown in the table above.
G1833 Beijing–Kunming running days are shown in the hero section at the top of this page (badges indicate which days of the week the train operates). Some long-distance services run daily while others operate only on specific days (typically weekday-only or weekend-only). Operating days can change with the annual timetable revision (usually December) so verify current running days with China Railways (CR) before booking, particularly for trips planned more than 6 months ahead.
Yes, 12306.cn typically accepts international debit and credit cards from major card networks. Some operators require a local phone number for SMS confirmation — check the booking requirements before starting your reservation. Booking platforms display fares in the local currency of the operator.
G1833 Beijing–Kunming offers 2 travel classes: Hard Sleeper, Soft Sleeper. Economy or standard classes have reserved numbered seats at the lowest fare. Premium classes (business, first class, sleeper) add wider seats, climate control, and on overnight services berths for lying flat. The fare table on this page lists current published prices for each class.
Platform numbers are not pre-published — they are announced on station information displays between 20 and 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Arrive early at the originating station to check the platform allocation displays. At larger stations, platform numbers can also be viewed on the operator's app. If the train is delayed or rescheduled, the platform may change at short notice — always verify against station displays immediately before boarding.
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