Chengdu to Shanghai

Chengdu to Shanghai

Chengdu
Shanghai
Mon, Jun 3
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$307
 
 
$869

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Chengdu to Shanghai Schedule

Chengdu to Shanghai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
China Railway Standing 03:34 - 13:54¥ 325
China Railway Standing 05:19 - 22:25¥ 351
China Railway First Class Seat 07:10 - 22:15¥ 1,209
China Railway First Class Seat 09:10 - 22:25¥ 1,816
China Railway Second Class Seat 10:42 - 22:48¥ 1,108
Air China Economy #CA854812:40 - 15:45¥ 1,144
China Eastern Airlines Economy #MU541615:30 - 18:05¥ 2,077
China Eastern Airlines Economy #MU549817:00 - 19:40¥ 3,268
China Railway Soft Sleeper 19:28 - 08:14¥ 866
Air China Economy #CA855220:15 - 22:55¥ 1,297

Transportation from Chengdu to Shanghai

Facts about the transport from Chengdu to Shanghai

Cheapest Transport$46
Fastest Transport2h 35m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day20
Distance1864 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir China, China Eastern Airlines, China Railway, Sichuan Airlines

How to get from Chengdu to Shanghai

When you want to get from Chengdu to Shanghai, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 868.40. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 306.66.

How far is Chengdu from Shanghai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chengdu to Shanghai. Your trip will be a total of 1159 miles (1864 km). The flying distance is 1365 miles (2196 km).

How long does it take to get from Chengdu to Shanghai?

The travel time from Chengdu to Shanghai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 38 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chengdu to Shanghai?

The cost of the trip from Chengdu to Shanghai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sichuan Airlines: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 306.66 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 868.40.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chengdu to Shanghai:

  • Train tickets - USD 45.55 to USD 556.78;
  • Plane tickets - USD 306.68 to USD 868.43;

How many trips per day are there between Chengdu and Shanghai?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Chengdu to Shanghai depart during the day - there are approximately 20 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chengdu to Shanghai. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 306.68.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Chengdu to Shanghai

Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Chengdu to Shanghai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chengdu to Shanghai? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.