Beijing - Shanghai High Speed Train
Over 40 pairs of Beijing - Shanghai high speed G trains finish the 1,318 km's (819 mi) distance in 4.5 - 6.5 hours daily, mainly between Beijing South Railway Station and Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station. A second class seat ticket costs CNY 553 - 667 (USD 77 - 93).
There are also a few D trains running overnight with a duration of about 12 hours.
Beijing to Shanghai Train Schedule
(Last Update on Sep 1, 2023)
Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
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G1 | 07:00 - 11:29 | 4h29m |
G3 | 08:00 - 12:32 | 4h32m |
G9 | 11:00 - 15:37 | 4h37m |
G17 | 15:00 - 19:34 | 4h34m |
D705 | 21:21 - 09:27+ | 12h6m |
2 D types in total: departure time from 19:36 to 21:21; duration 12H6M to 12H10M.
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Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
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G6 | 08:00 - 12:24 | 4h24m |
G10 | 10:00 - 14:26 | 4h26m |
G12 | 11:00 - 15:31 | 4h31m |
G14 | 11:53 - 16:38 | 4h45m |
D706 | 21:15 - 09:26+ | 12h11m |
3 D types in total: departure time at 19:08 and 21:21; duration 12H3M to 12H11M.
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Notes:
1. "+"means the second day;
2. The timetable above is for reference only. Please use the search tool on the top of this page for real-time schedule.
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Price of Train Tickets on Beijing - Shanghai High Speed Trains
Business Class Seat | First Class Seat | Second Class Seat | |
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G trains | CNY 1,873 - 2,331 USD 260 - 324 | CNY 930 - 1,067 USD 129 - 148 | CNY 553 - 667 USD 77 - 93 |
D trains | --- | --- | CNY 316 - 361 USD 44 - 50 |
Notes:
1. New type soft sleepers are double-deck berths arranged lengthwise along the two sides of the aisle; traditional type soft sleepers are also double-deck berths, but arranged on two sides of a private cabin.
2. The schedule and ticket fare of the overnight high speed D trains may change on different dates.
How to go to Beijing South Station
How to go to Shanghai Hongqiao Station
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The overnight D trains are well-equipped, comfortable, fast and safe, and are especially recommended for travelers with limited time, as you travel at night and leave more time for sightseeing in daytime. If you plan a day trip to visit the Great Wall, they are probably the best choices.
The normal type takes a longer time, about 16 - 22.5 hours but costs less, hence they are popular among budget travelers. If you are going to travel by it, it is better to book a ticket in advance, especially the sleeper ticket, as they are in great demand most time.
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How to Get from Beijing South Railway Station to Capital Airport
How to Get from Beijing South Railway Station to Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square
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