Official mobile ticketing application developed by China Railway
Developed by China Railway, Railway 12306 serves the public by enabling convenient train ticket purchases. The Railway 12306 platform (website and mobile app) is the sole official online ticketing service authorized by China Railway, with no third-party platforms permitted to sell train tickets.
Key features:
Transparent Pricing: No service fees, accelerated booking charges, bundled insurance, or membership costs—just straightforward ticket purchases.
【Accurate Real-Time Updates】Timely information on delays, cancellations, train schedules, and carriage details for a stress-free journey.
【Comprehensive Services】Nearly one hundred functions covering train, flight, and coach tickets, online dining, hotel bookings, and travel services—all your travel needs in one app.
【Accessible Design】A large-font interface for elderly users and accessibility features for visually impaired passengers ensure everyone can use the app with ease.
Primary services:
Train Ticket Booking
1. Waitlist Option. Sold-out tickets? Use our standby booking feature. If tickets become available due to cancellations, changes, or added services, we automatically secure them for you.
2. Seat and Berth Selection. Prefer a window view? Need aisle access? Want an upper or lower bunk? Choose your preferred seat or berth with one tap.
3. Smart Transfers. No direct routes? Our transfer service intelligently suggests connecting travel options.
4. Station Board. Check real-time departure and arrival schedules to manage your trip and simplify station pickups and drop-offs.
【Flight Booking】
Airlines’ official stores are integrated, providing authorized ticket services for secure and reliable air travel.
【Coach Ticket Booking】
Nationwide coverage with flexible departure times. Access intercity bus schedules, station info, and book coach tickets across China.
Integrated Transport Services
One-stop booking and information for air, rail, bus, and ferry travel—saving time and expanding your journey options.
【Travel Services】
We offer high-speed rail meal orders, hotel reservations, station pickups, railway-themed tours, attraction tickets, a railway shopping mall, travel insurance, and more—everything for dining, lodging, transport, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment in one app.
Considerate Support
Access temporary ID for boarding, special assistance requests, and lost & found services to ensure a worry-free trip.
Member Benefits
Exclusive membership perks and the ability to redeem points for tickets and additional services.
Stay Connected
WeChat Official Account: Railway 12306
