Shanghai West to Beijing South

Shanghai West to Beijing South

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$32
 
 
$638

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Shanghai West to Beijing South Schedule

Shanghai West to Beijing South Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
China Railway Business Class 07:22 - 13:22¥ 2,073
China Railway Business Class 08:05 - 14:07¥ 2,205
China Railway First Class Seat 11:00 - 15:31¥ 1,220
China Railway Second Class Seat 13:34 - 19:42¥ 655
China Railway Business Class 14:43 - 20:45¥ 2,371
China Railway First Class Seat 16:00 - 20:37¥ 1,193
China Railway Business Class 19:00 - 23:18¥ 2,545
China Eastern Airlines Economy #MU518621:30 - 00:05¥ 2,324
Air China Economy #CA327922:15 - 00:30¥ 2,324

Transportation from Shanghai West to Beijing South

Facts about the transport from Shanghai West to Beijing South

Cheapest Transport$32
Fastest Transport2h 10m
Earliest Departure6:37 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day156
Distance1129 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir China, China Eastern Airlines, China Railway

Popular Routes

From Shanghai West

To Shanghai West

From Beijing South

To Beijing South

Popular Routes in China

How to get from Shanghai West to Beijing South

When you want to get from Shanghai West to Beijing South, 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 637.27. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 31.13.

How far is Shanghai West from Beijing South?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Shanghai West to Beijing South. Your trip will be a total of 702 miles (1129 km). The flying distance is 1145 miles (1842 km).

How long does it take to get from Shanghai West to Beijing South?

The travel time from Shanghai West to Beijing South can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 23 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Shanghai West to Beijing South?

The cost of the trip from Shanghai West to Beijing South varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is China Railway (中国铁路): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 31.13 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 637.27.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 31.08 to USD 353.39;
  • Plane tickets - USD 321.07 to USD 637.30;

How many trips per day are there between Shanghai West and Beijing South?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 115 trains per day.
  • Flights from Shanghai to Beijing depart during the day - there are approximately 41 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Beijing. 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 321.07.

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 Shanghai to Beijing

Air China, China Eastern 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 Shanghai West to Beijing South

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Shanghai West to Beijing South? 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:

  • 97% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 3% users took a plane.