Shanghai to Nanjing Intercity High Speed Train
At present, there are over 220 pairs of high speed trains in total running between Shanghai and Nanjing, making rail journeys as convenient as metro rides. The shortest travel time between the two cities is about 60 minutes. Ticket price for a second class seat varies from CNY72 to CNY195 due to different running speeds and operation stations.
Basic Facts of Shanghai – Nanjing Intercity High Speed Trains
Open Date: July 1, 2010
Distance: 301 km (187 mi)
Shortest Duration: about 1-3 hours
Operated at: Shanghai / Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, Nanjing / Nanjing South Railway Station
Major Stations: Shanghai, Shanghai Hongqiao, Suzhou, Suzhou Industrial Park, Wuxi, Changzhou, Zhenjiang, Nanjing, Nanjing South
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Shanghai to Nanjing High Speed Train Schedule
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G1974 | 07:17 - 08:47 | 1h30m |
| G1806 | 09:13 - 10:41 | 1h28m |
| G12 | 12:00 - 13:08 | 1h8m |
| G14 | 15:00 - 16:00 | 1h00m |
| G16 | 17:00 - 17:59 | 0h59m |
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(Last Update on Aug 23, 2019)
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G7349 | 07:30 - 09:07 | 1h37m |
| G5 | 10:32 - 11:40 | 1h8m |
| G1 | 12:26 - 13:28 | 1h2m |
| G229 | 14:54 - 16:12 | 1h18m |
| G3 | 17:25 - 18:28 | 1h3m |
See more Nanjing Schedule
Note: Timetable here is for reference only. For the most up-to-date schedule, you can search for it by the tool on the page top.
Ticket Fare of Shanghai - Nanjing High Speed Trains
| Business Class Seat | First Class Seat | Second Class Seat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| G trains | CNY 429.5 - 604.5 USD 63 - 89 | CNY 219.5 - 322 USD 32 - 47 | CNY 134.5 - 195 USD 20 - 29 |
| D trains | --- | CNY 142 - 196 USD 21 - 29 | CNY 60 - 122 USD 9 - 18 |
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Which Station to Choose/ How to Go
Hongqiao Railway Station:Located in the west of the city, it is adjacent to Hongqiao International Airport. For those who arrive by air, it is a good choice. In addition, it is easy to transfer to subways, buses, and coaches.
1. By Subway: line 2, line 10
2. By Bus: 173, 189, 320, 941, Hongqiao line 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, Pudong Airport Shuttle Bus Line 1
Shanghai Railway Station:It is only about 2 miles (3.5 kilometers) from the city center and has the highest passenger flow. It is a convenient and time-saving choice for those in urban areas.
1. By Subway: line 1, line 3, line 4
2. By Bus: 13, 58, 63, 78, 95, 104, 106, 109, 113, 115, 117, 140, 301, 302, 305, 306, 308, 310, 315, 319, 322, 332, 324, 328, 329, 502, 510, 573, 723, 741, 744, 817, 823, 837, 845, 859, 927, 929, 930, 942, 948, 955, 962, 963, Xinchuan Special Line, Nanxin Special Line, Shenchuan Special Line, Xinjia Special Line, Pudong Airport Shuttle Bus Line 5, Tunnel Line 3
Nanjing Railway Station:
It operates more trains to/from Shanghai Station. Compared with the South Station, it is closer to the city center, Xuanwu Lake, the Ming Dynasty Xiaoling Mausoleum and Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum. There are coaches, city buses, subways, and airport shuttles available for passengers' convenience.
1. By Subway: line 1, line 3
2. By bus: 13, 17, 32, 33, 44, 56, 59, 64, 71, 97, 141, 173, 190, 205, 206, 207, 208, 309, 510, 536, 555, 557, 558, D8, Y8, Y9, Y11, Y13, Y17, Y23 and Airport Shuttle Bus line 1. Nanjing South Station:
Many more trains are available here from/to Hongqiao Station. Although located a little far from city center and some attraction sites, transportation here is very convenient, including coaches, subways, city buses, as well as airport shuttles; and they can carry passengers very conveniently to these places.
1. By subway: line 1, line 3 and S1
2. By bus: 19, 84, 116, 129, 190, 719, 791, 792, D12, Y16, or Y27
Regular Trains Between Shanghai and Nanjing
Further Reading:How to Travel between Shanghai and Nanjing: Besides trains, the alternatives are the 1-hour daily flight and 3.5-4 hours' long-distance bus.
Major Rail Lines from Shanghai to: Other Rail Lines from Nanjing to:
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The train journey was OK, nothing special. I'm used to traveling in China.
Trains were very comfortable, particularly business class, the train station at Nanjing was a bit hectic and overwhelming. Shanghai Hongqiao was first class as was Nanjing stations.
A suggestion: It was not really clear that the form on the website is only to ask info and to contact an operator. At first glance I thought that was a direct book or direct purchase.
The journey was good. When you arrive at the station find the correct waiting room result simple. The waiting room was a little full of people but this is really normal in China.
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