Shanghai Maglev Train Ticket Transfer at Maglev Stations
Shanghai - a booming metropolis in east China - is the first stop of many people when they travel to China. Want to feel the pulse of the city immediately? It is recommended to take the maglev train if you are just arriving at Pudong International Airport of Shanghai. You will be impressed by the amazingly fast speed of the train and have an exciting first experience in Shanghai.
Build with the technological help from Germany, Shanghai Maglev Train (SMT) has been operated since the end of 2002. It is the world's first and only commercialized maglev train line in operation. It runs from Pudong International Airport to Longyang Rd. Station located at the intersection of Longyang Road and Baiyang Road in Pudong New Area. The whole journey takes only eight minutes.
The fast and convenient maglev train is operated by Shanghai Maglev Transportation Development Co., Ltd., which was set up in 2000. Any questions or complaints, you may go to the Maglev Service Center established by the company on the second floor of the station.
Maglev Hotline: 021-28907777
Official Website: http://www.smtdc.com/en/
The following is a guide to facilitate your maglev trip, including introduction to Shanghai Maglev Train stations, speed, schedule, ticket, transfer at maglev stations and some useful tips.
Shanghai Maglev Train Stations
1. Longyang Rd. Station
Surroundings: Shanghai New International Exhibition Center (SNIEC), Century Park, Longyang Road, Baiyang Road
2. Pudong International Airport Station
Surroundings: Pudong International Airport, Lingkong Agriculture Garden, Les Charmes Outlet Boutiques, Yingbin Avenue
Maglev Top Speed
| Period of Time | Top Speed | |
| Longyang Rd. Station | Pudong International Airport Station | |
| 6:45 – 8:45 | 7:02 – 8:47 | 300 km/h |
| 9:00 – 16:45 | 9:02 – 16:47 | 430 km/h |
| 17:00 - 21:30 | 17:02 - 21:32 | 300 km/h |
Maglev Operation Schedule
Timetable
| Station | First Train | Last Train | ||
| To Pudong International Airport (↓) | To Longyang Rd. (↑) | To Pudong International Airport (↓) | To Longyang Rd. (↑) | |
| Longyang Rd. | 6:45 | — | 21:30 | — |
| Pudong International Airport | — | 7:02 | — | 21:32 |
Interval
| Period of Time | Interval | |
| Longyang Rd. Station | Pudong International Airport Station | |
| 6:45 - 17:00 | 7:02 - 17:02 | 15 min. |
| 17:00 - 21:00 | 17:02 - 21:02 | 20 min. |
| 21:00 - 21:30 | 21:02 - 21:32 | 30 min. |
Shanghai Maglev Train Ticket
shows you the time and places for you to buy maglev train tickets, the categories and prices of the tickets and points on returning tickets.
Transfer at Maglev Stations
In Shanghai Maglev Pudong International Airport Station, you can transfer to the airport to take a plane to your destination. At Shanghai Maglev Longyang Rd. Station, you can transfer to Subway Line 2 and many buses which can take you to the urban area of Shanghai.
Tips:
1. The maglev ticket has date printed on it. Please be sure to get to the ticket examiner in the maglev stations at least five minutes before the departure time of the train you plan to take on the day.
2. If you are curious about the maglev train, you can go to Shanghai Maglev Transportation Science and Technology Museum at the bottom of Longyang Rd. Maglev Station in Pudong New Area. The museum opened in the summer of 2007 is built to exhibit the history, actuality and future of maglev technology as well as the advantages of Shanghai Maglev Train.
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Travelers' Voices on Shanghai Maglev Train
1.
Nov. 18,2009 02:56 Reply
Mr.adam(Australia) said:
Hi can u tell me the best quickest and cheapest way to get from Pudong int airport to Olympic hotel?? thank you
Nov. 18,2009 04:38
Mr.Herman replied:
When you arrive at Shanghai Airport, please take the shuttle bus Line 7 to Shanghai South Railway Station firstly. Here, you could find the subway station of Line 1 easily. Please take it to Shanghai Stadium station, where the Olympic Hotel (Exit 1) is located. The toatal fare is CNY23 and the jouney takes you one hour.
2.
Nov. 15,2009 05:55 Reply
Mr.kk Singh(india) said:
How long will it take from Pudong Intl. Airport to Nanjing Road, meridian hotel and whats the the station that I need to get off at. Timings, fare etc.
Also if I take a Taxi, how much will it cost and the time that the taxi will take?
Nov. 16,2009 20:41
Mr.LEOSTAR(United States) replied:
Hi, is it the JC Mandarin Hotel located in 1225, Nanjing West Road? If so, it is suggested that you take the airport shuttle bus Line 2 (22RMB)to reach its terminal at Jing'an Temple directly. The journey is about one hour. Then, you could walk to the Hotel from bus stop in 5 minutes.
The taxi will take about one hour, too. The cab fare is should be around 150RMB.
3.
Nov. 13,2009 03:28 Reply
Ms.Lee(Singapore) said:
Hi! What is the best way to get the The Bund Riverside Hotel at east beijing road? I'm travelling with my mom so it is best to have a fuss free journey. Thanks!
Nov. 14,2009 00:33
Mr.LEOSTAR(United States) replied:
For a easy way, it is suggested that you take the airport shuttle bus Line 2 to reach its terminal Jing'an Temple firstly. Here, you should hire a cab to the hotel directly. The cab fare is about 15~20RMB.
Nov. 14,2009 02:02
Ms.Lee(Singapore) replied:
wow! Thanks! :) Speedy reply! hahaha great!
4.
Nov. 13,2009 18:56 Reply
Mr.buck(usa) said:
we want to ride the maglev train from the airport into town and get to the shanghi crown plaza fudan hotel. what are our best options. THANKS, RALPH
Nov. 14,2009 00:41
Mr.Leostar replied:
After getting off the Maglev train, it is suggested that you take cab to arrive at the hotel directly. The cab fare is around 50RMB.
For a cheaper one, please take the airport shuttle bus Line 4 to its terminal at Hongkou Football Stadium. The farei is 22RMB/adult. Then, hire a cab to the hotel which is located about 4kms aways. The cab fare is about 15RMB.
5.
Nov. 9,2009 11:30 Reply
Mr.Gregg(USA) said:
I am arriving from USA at 1920 at PVG. About how long will PRC customs take and what transportation should I take to Renaissance Shanghai Yuyuan Hotel. Thank you.
Nov. 11,2009 21:48
Ms.Cindy replied:
Hi. Take Maglev or airport bus to Longyang ROad and then change to Subway Line 2 to Nanjing East Road. Then Take a taxi to the hotel. The transportation is not very convenient. Time for pass the custom: one hour at least, including claiming the lugguage. Well, you have take some time for the H1N1 check now, I am afraid.
Nov. 13,2009 09:30
Mr.Gregg(USA) replied:
Thanks
6.
Nov. 11,2009 04:48 Reply
Mr.LILLEBUEN(Noway) said:
Hello !
I am going from Pudong Airport to Suzhou City. Want to travel by train. Can someone give me the best route ?
Regards
Nov. 11,2009 21:50
Mr.James replied:
Take Airport Bus Line 5 to Shanghai Railway Station and then catch trains there to Suzhou. It take only half a hour by bullet trains.
Nov. 12,2009 13:59
Mr.Lillebuen(Norway) replied:
thx, Mr James
7.
Nov. 9,2009 09:40 Reply
Ms.Tiffany(Singhapore) said:
Hi, its my first time to Shanghai. Can I check how best to reach Asset Hotel Shanghai from the airport? Am touching down at abt 6 am. Am also keen to visit the surrounding water towns as well as Hangzhou/Suzhou. Should I join a tour or can I explore on my own? Which is the recommended water town? Will be in Shanghai for 5 days.
Many thanks.
Nov. 11,2009 21:22
Mr.James replied:
Transport from Pudong Airprot to the hotel:
Take Airport Shuttle Bus Line 3, get off at Xujiahui/Tian Ping Rd.（RMB 18）, and walk 15 minutes toward Wan Ping Rd. There are many famous water towns nearby Hangzhou and Suzhou, such as Xitang, Zhouzhuang, Wuzhen, Tongli, etc. The nearest water town to Shanghai should be Zhujiajiao. I have been to Xitang before by myself. If you travel alone, you need to collect a lot of information in advance. If you want follow a tour, this may be a help: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/package/tour-sh03.htm
8.
Nov. 2,2009 12:45 Reply
Mr.Hunt(USA) said:
I will be taking the Maglev Train from the Pudong airport to Longyang Rd Station. From there, what is the best way to the Crwone Plaza Century Park 1433 Minsheng Rd?
Nov. 2,2009 22:47
Mr.Leo replied:
It is suggested that you take a cab to the hotel directly. The journey is just about 5kms, taking you 10 minutes and 17RMB.
9.
Oct. 31,2009 04:36 Reply
Mr.nuwan(srilanka) said:
Hi,
could you tell me best way to go to Golden river view hotel from poudong airport.including Malev.
thanks
Nov. 2,2009 22:33
Mr.james replied:
For your question Mr nuwan, you can use maglev train from Pudong to Longyang Road and then change to Subway Line there to People's Square, where you should make another transit to Subway Line 1 to Hanzhong Road. Get off from Exit 4 to find Hengfeng Road, then walk 5 minutes north to your hotel.
10.
Oct. 27,2009 02:49 Reply
Mr.Dean(Australia) said:
Hi, my friend and I caught a taxi from our Pudong Hotel (Purple Mountain Hotel) to the Maglev Train station mid morning Monday 27th July, but our taxi driver said the Maglev train wasn't working, and subsequently took us all the way to Pudong International Airport. We saw the Maglev pull out of the airport when we arrived! I have sent an email to the Maglev management to verify whether the train was actually working or not - but have had no reply. Is there another way to check whether the Maglev was operational on that day? If it was indeed running on schedule, then we got scammed by the taxi driver - and we think he took us the long way too! I have the receipt from the taxi showing the date/time and distance travelled, and more importantly, the driver number. Not good practice - especially when the Expo is very soon and there will be many visitors.
Thankyou, and regards - Dean
ps - A pity the total solar eclipse was clouded out on Yangshan Island, but at least it didn't rain there during totality! We still had a great time in Shanghai!
Nov. 1,2009 01:03
Mr.Kevin(China ) replied:
Firstly, my sincere apologies of what that taxi driver has done to you and your friends. The maglev train should be operating everyday at time interval shown to you above (leaving Longyang Rd. Station from 6:45 to 21:30). I am truly glad that you’ve had a great time in Shanghai! Hope to see you in Shanghai for the 2010 World Expo.