Shanghai to Beijing South

Shanghai to Beijing South

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Shanghai to Beijing South Schedule

Shanghai to Beijing South Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
China Railway First Class Seat 07:00 - 11:36$ 169
China Railway First Class Seat 11:15 - 17:31$ 164
China Railway First Class Seat 12:55 - 17:36¥ 1,163
China Railway First Class Seat 17:55 - 22:35$ 172
China Railway Standing 21:21 - 09:24¥ 375

Transportation from Shanghai to Beijing South

Facts about the transport from Shanghai to Beijing South

Cheapest Transport$52
Fastest Transport2h 5m
Earliest Departure6:40 午前
Latest Departure11:15 午後
Departures per day14
Distance1220 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChina Eastern Airlines, China Railway, China Southern Airlines, China United Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Xiamen Airlines

How to get from Shanghai to Beijing South

When you want to get from Shanghai 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 Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 351.58. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 51.56.

How far is Shanghai from Beijing South?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Shanghai to Beijing South. Your trip will be a total of 759 miles (1220 km). The flying distance is 695 miles (1117 km).

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

The travel time from Shanghai to Beijing South can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 27 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Shanghai 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 51.56 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 351.58.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 51.56 to USD 351.53;
  • Plane tickets - USD 60.02 to USD 632.78;

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 14 trains per 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 60.02.

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

China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, China United Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Xiamen 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 to Beijing South

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