Shanghai - Hangzhou High Speed Train

Currently, there are over 160 pairs of high speed trains running daily between Shanghai and Hangzhou. With such a dense schedule and the shortest travel time of 45 minutes, it feels like traveling by metro within one city. These bullet trains are operated at different railway stations in both cities. Carefully choose the stations close to your staying places before booking a ticket. 

A second class seat ticket generally costs around CNY 70 (USD 10). 
 

Basic Facts of Shanghai - Hangzhou High Speed Trains

 Open Date: October 26, 2010

 Distance: about 200 km (124 mi)

 Shortest Duration: 45 minutes

 Operated at: Shanghai / Shanghai South Railway Station / Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station,
Hangzhou / Hangzhou East Railway Station / Hangzhou South Railway Station

 Stations: Shanghai, Shanghai Hongqiao, Songjiang South, Jinshan North, Jiashan South, Jiaxing South, Tongxiang, Haining West, Yuhang, Hangzhou East, Hangzhou

Shanghai - Hangzhou High Speed Railway Map
Shanghai-Hangzhou High Speed Train
High Speed Locomotive

Shanghai to Hangzhou High Speed Train Schedule

(Last Update on Aug 25, 2023)
Train No.Departure - ArrivalTravel Time
G750508:57 - 09:510h54m
G733512:27 - 13:260h59m
G753913:31 - 14:431h12m
G751915:47 - 16:521h5m
G145517:44 - 18:461h2m
Around 160 departures in total: departure time from 05:44 to 21:29; duration from 45M to 1H46M.
See more Shanghai Schedule
 

Hangzhou to Shanghai Bullet Train Schedule

(Last Update on Aug 25, 2023)
Train No.Departure - ArrivalTravel Time
G753008:38 - 09:381h00m
G750811:31 - 12:230h52m
G734813:11 - 14:030h52m
G730814:47 - 15:471h00m
G751816:26 - 17:250h59m
Around 170 departures in total: departure time from 06:10 to 22:32; duration from 45M to 1H45M.
See more Hangzhou Schedule 

Note: The timetable is for reference only. For real-time schedule, please search for it by the tool on top of the page.
 

Ticket Fare of Shanghai - Hangzhou High Speed Trains

(Last Update on Aug 25, 2023)
Business Class SeatFirst Class SeatSecond Class Seat
G trainsCNY 219.5 - 278.5
USD 30 - 39
CNY 117 - 147.5
USD 16 - 20
CNY 73 - 92.5
USD 10 - 13
D trains---CNY 74 - 104
USD 10 - 14
CNY 47 - 65
USD 7 - 9

 

Entrance to Shanghai Railway Station
Entrance to Shanghai Station
Shanghai-Hangzhou High Speed Train
Platform at Hongqiao Station

Which station to choose / How to go

  Shanghai Hongqiao:
It is located far from the city center and close to Hongqiao Airport. If one arrives by flight at Hongqiao Airport, this station is a good choice to depart from or arrive at.
By Bus: 121, 173, 189, 316, 320, 941; Hongqiao Lines 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10; Airport line 1
By Subway: line 2

 Shanghai Railway Station:
If one lives in the urban area, it is more convenient and time-saving to use this station. However, there are only 2 pairs of high speed trains operated here each day.
By Bus: 13, 63, 64, 78, 95, 104, 106, 109, 113, 115, 117, 140, 301, 302, 305, 308, 310, 315, 322, 324, 328, 329, 744, 573, 723, 817, 823, 837, 845, 927, 929, 930, 941, 942, 948, 955, 962, 963, Xinchuan Special Line, Hutang Special Line, Nanxin Special Line, Shenchuan Special Line, Xinjia Special Line, Airport Line 5
By Subway: line 1, line 3, line 4

Shanghai South Railway Station:
The station is a little bit far from downtown area, but the transporatation is convenient.
By Bus: 32, 144, 164, 180, 301, 303, 315, 341, 704, 729, 747, 763, 803, 867, 957, 973, Pudong Airport Bus Line 7, Shangshi Bus Line, Hongqiao Bus Line 1, Songlong Bus Line, Nanchuan Bus Line, Nannan Bus Line, Shangfeng Special Line, Shangjia Bus Line, Shangzhu Bus Line
By Subway: line 1, line 3

 Hangzhou Railway Station:
The station is located in the prosperous urban area, close to West Lake, Wulin Square and the clothes market. It is very convenient to get here, either by subway or bus.
By Bus: Y2, 3/K3, 7, 11, 21, 39, 49, 88, K156, 210, 222, 225, 276, 300, 528
By Subway: line 1

 Hangzhou East Station:
It is a little far from the city center, but it is connected by subway and city buses, too. Also, it has more bullet trains.
By Bus: B4, 9, 20, 28, 31, 33, 43, 48, 105, 106, 123, 179, 215, 224, 227, 228, 297M, 320
By Subway: line 1

Hangzhou South Station: Located about 16 kilometers away from downtown in Xiaoshan District, it is also far from scenic areas.
By Bus: 123, 300, 328, 700, 707, 711, 720, 726, 731, 736, 747, 748, 8300
By Subway: line 5

 Yuhang Railway Station
It is located even further from city center. Although connected with subway line 1, it is not advisable to use this station unless one is going to or leaving from Yuhang District or its nearby areas.
 

Regular Trains between Shanghai and Hangzhou

In addition, there are about 30 pairs of them running between Shanghai South Railway Station and Hangzhou Railway Station/ South Railway Station/ East Railway Station, even in late night. The duration is about 2 - 3 hours. The ticket fare for a soft sleeper is CNY 113.56, for a hard sleeper CNY 74.5, and for a hard seat CNY 28.5 respectively.

 See more about Best Way to Get from Shanghai to Hangzhou, Hangzhou to Shanghai Train
 
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- Last updated on Nov. 17, 2023 by Kate Liu -
Questions & Answers on Shanghai - Hangzhou High Speed Train
Asked by JH from SINGAPORE | Apr. 16, 2024 22:56Reply
Visiting Shanghai The Bund/Oriental Pearl/LuJiaZhui
Hi, I'm taking a train from Hanghai to do a day trip in Shanghai. Basically want to see the bund, oriental pearl and lujiazhui, which station shall I stop in Shanghai ? The Hongqiao Railway station (line 17/2) or Shanghai West Railway station (line 11/15) ? And how far is it between these station to Nanjing Road East - another hour ?
Answers (1)
Answered by Rita | Apr. 17, 2024 01:45
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The nearest train station is Shanghai Railway Station, which is closet to Nanjing Rd.. You can take metro line 1 at the train station to People's Square then transfer to line 2 to Nanjing East Rd, taking only 25 minutes.
Asked by Sarina from SINGAPORE | Nov. 16, 2023 16:38Reply
Shanghai to Hangzhou E-Ticket & Passport Verification
Hi, a friend of mine helped me to buy the train ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao airport to Hangzhou East station. I received the e-ticket. I saw on some websites that passport verification need to be done for those who buy train ticket for the first time. Does this mean I need to go to the counter to exchange for a physical ticket and my passport to be verified? Thank you
Answers (1)
Answered by Gloria | Nov. 17, 2023 00:33
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No, you don't need to do that. Just board the train according to your passport.
Asked by jacinda from INDONESIA | Nov. 14, 2023 23:48Reply
Ticket from shanghai to hangzhou
i am going to hangzhou from shanghai in 5 december
1. Can i buy online ticket? ( i read on article if it is the first time i need to buy on ticket office?)
2. If buying online ticket where can i buy it? do i still need to print out the ticket at the station?
Answers (1)
Answered by Jessica | Nov. 15, 2023 18:31
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Yes, you can book online directly in case of ticket solding out on the same day.
You can book it directly with TravelChinaGuide: https://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/. You will get an e-ticket and board the train just depending on your passport.
Asked by jacinda from INDONESIA | Nov. 06, 2023 19:53Reply
Getting From Shanghai to Ji Hotel Hangzhou West Lake Hubin Erqing Building
What transportation should i use after arriving to hangzhou using high speed train to Ji Hotel Hangzhou West Lake Hubin Erqing Building? which station?
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Answered by Nina | Nov. 08, 2023 00:22
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Departing from Shanghai, which station will you arrive in Hangzhou? Hangzhou Railway Station or Hangzhou East Station?
Asked by Willa from USA | Mar. 26, 2020 02:51Reply
Does Shanghai Hongqiao Station support E ticket now?
Should we still print out our paper tickets before taking a train?
Answers (1)
Answered by TravelChinaGuide | Mar. 26, 2020 03:24
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Thank you for your inquiry.

E ticket is accepted at Shanghai Hongqiao Station now. For passport holders, please show the passport used for ticket booking and enterance and boarding gate for checkin. Hope this information can help you.
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