Official mobile ticketing application developed by China Railway Corporation
Developed by China Railway, "People's Railway" serves the people—purchase your train tickets with Railway 12306! The Railway 12306 website (including its mobile app) is the sole official online ticketing platform authorized by China Railway and has never permitted any third-party services to sell train tickets.
Key features:
Transparent ticket pricing: No extra fees for acceleration packages, no forced insurance sales, and no membership charges—book your tickets with confidence.
【Accurate real-time updates】Receive timely notifications on delays, cancellations, train schedules, and carriage details so you can travel worry-free.
【Comprehensive travel solutions】Access nearly a hundred functions including train, flight, and bus ticket booking, online ordering, hotel reservations, and travel planning—all in one app.
【Inclusive user experience】A large-font version for senior travelers and an accessibility mode for the visually impaired ensure everyone can use the app with ease.
Primary products and services:
Train ticket reservations
1. Standby ticket service. Don’t worry if tickets are sold out. Submit a standby request, and if tickets become available due to refunds, changes, or newly added trains, we’ll automatically secure them for you.
2. Seat and berth selection. Prefer a window seat for the view? Need easy aisle access? Want an upper or lower bunk? Select your preferred seat or berth with a single tap.
3. Smart transfer options. No direct route available? Our system intelligently suggests transfer plans to get you where you need to go.
4. Station information display. Check real-time departure and arrival details so you can stay informed and coordinate station pickups or drop-offs easily.
【Flight ticket booking】
Airlines’ official stores are integrated into the platform, offering direct flight ticket services for secure and trustworthy bookings.
【Bus ticket booking】
Nationwide coverage with flexible departure times! Access domestic intercity bus routes, station details, schedules, and book bus tickets effortlessly.
Integrated transportation services
One-stop booking and information lookup for air, rail, bus, and ferry travel—saving you time and expanding your travel options.
【Travel services】
We offer high-speed rail meal pre-orders, hotel bookings, station pick-up and drop-off, railway-themed tours, attraction ticket reservations, a railway merchandise store, travel insurance, and more—covering all your travel needs from dining and lodging to transport and entertainment.
Supportive services
Access helpful features like temporary boarding passes, special assistance reservations, and lost & found services for a stress-free journey.
Loyalty program
Enjoy membership benefits and redeem points for tickets and other exclusive services.
Stay connected with us
WeChat official account: Railway 12306
