Taiyuan to Shanghai

Taiyuan to Shanghai

Taiyuan
Shanghai
Thu, Jun 6
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$86
 
 
$383

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Taiyuan to Shanghai Schedule

Taiyuan to Shanghai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
China Railway Hard Seat 04:27 - 04:00¥ 241
China Eastern Airlines Economy #MU527306:45 - 08:55¥ 2,093
China Railway Second Class Seat 08:52 - 18:33¥ 768
China Eastern Airlines Economy #MU367910:45 - 13:20¥ 1,289
China Railway First Class Seat 13:45 - 22:58¥ 1,140
China Eastern Airlines Economy #MU693114:55 - 17:20¥ 650
China Railway Soft Sleeper 17:47 - 14:46¥ 585
China Railway Hard Seat 19:58 - 10:02¥ 241
China Railway Standing 20:29 - 12:21¥ 241
Kunming Airlines Economy 22:20 - 11:40¥ 2,143

Transportation from Taiyuan to Shanghai

Facts about the transport from Taiyuan to Shanghai

Cheapest Transport$34
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure4:27 AM
Latest Departure8:29 PM
Departures per day14
Distance1178 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir China, China Eastern Airlines, China Railway, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines

How to get from Taiyuan to Shanghai

When you want to get from Taiyuan 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 382.58. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 85.14.

How far is Taiyuan from Shanghai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Taiyuan to Shanghai. Your trip will be a total of 733 miles (1178 km). The flying distance is 1058 miles (1701 km).

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

The travel time from Taiyuan to Shanghai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 24 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Taiyuan to Shanghai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is China Eastern Airlines: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 85.14 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 382.58.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 33.28 to USD 348.24;
  • Plane tickets - USD 85.20 to USD 382.63;

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

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

  • Flights from Taiyuan to Shanghai depart during the day - there are approximately 14 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Taiyuan 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 85.20.

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 Taiyuan to Shanghai

Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai 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 Taiyuan to Shanghai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Taiyuan 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.