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Shanghai to Beijing Train

Around 40 Shanghai to Beijing high speed G trains run frequently daily, whose distance between is 1,318 kilometers (819 miles). Their travel time is 4.5 - 6.5 hours and the lowest cost is CNY 553 - 667 (USD 77 - 93) for a second class seat.

Besides, around 2 pair of overnight high speed D trains are available for passegners to save the day time; their travel time is about 12 hours and the lowest cost for a hard sleeper is CNY 528 - 610 (USD 73 - 85 ). And 3 pairs of overnight normal speed train run between with a travel time of 15 - 22.5 hours. A hard sleeper costs CNY 322.5 - 345.5 (USD 45 - 48).

Shanghai to Beijing High Speed Train Schedule

(Last Update on Aug 31, 2023)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G6	08:00 - 12:24	4h24m
G10	10:00 - 14:26	4h26m
G12	11:00 - 15:31	4h31m
G14	11:53 - 16:38	4h45m

About 40 G types in total: departure time from 06:37 to 19:00; duration from 4H18M to 6H18M.

Shanghai to Beijing Bullet Train Price

(Last Update on Aug 31, 2023)

Business Class Seat	First Class Seat	Second Class Seat
CNY 1,873 - 2,331 USD 260 - 324	CNY 930 - 1,067 USD 129 - 148	CNY 553 - 667 USD 77 - 93

Shanghai to Beijing Overnight Train Schedule

(Last Update on Aug 31, 2023)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
D702	19:08 - 07:14+	12h6m
D706	21:15 - 09:26+	12h11m
D710	21:21 - 09:24+	12h3m

Shanghai to Beijing Overnight Train Fare

(Last Update on Aug 31, 2023)

Nos.	Soft Sleeper	Hard Sleeper
1461/1462	CNY 495.5 / USD 69	CNY 322.5 / USD 45
T109/T110	CNY 516.5 / USD 72	CNY 345.5 / USD 48

(Last Update on Sep 1, 2023)

Nos.	Soft Sleeper	Second Class Seat
D706	CNY 823 / USD 114	CNY 361 / USD 50
D710	CNY 818 / USD 114	CNY 359 / USD 50

FAQs on How to Travel from Shanghai to Beijing

1. What is the cheapest way to travel from Shanghai to Beijing?

There is no doubt the hard seats on old trains. However, it is quite exhausting to sit straight for a long journey. So the economy sleeper, especially those on overnight trains are more popular cheap travel way, including 1462, T110, D706 and D710. A hard sleeper of T110 /1461 trains costs CNY 322.5 - 345.5 (USD 45 - 48) and a hard sleeper of D trains costs CNY 528 - 610 (USD 73 - 85). The duration is generally 15 - 22.5 hours.

2. What is the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Beijing?

Flight is the fastest way from Shanghai to Beijing, taking around 2.5 hours, followed by high speed train taking 4.5 - 6.5 hours. However, check-in procedure in Shanghai aiport is more time-consuming than at the railway station. Also, upon arrival in Beijing, it takes more time to reach your hotel from Beijing airport than from Beijing South Railway Station. Therefore, there is no big difference in total door-to-door travel time.

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3. Is there a ditrect train between Shanghai and Beijing?

About 40 pairs of direct Shanghai to Beijing bullet trains with the duration of 4.5 - 6.5 hours. A ride on a second class seat costs CNY 526 - 667 (USD 73 - 93). Plus, 5 pairs of overnight sleeper trains run between Beijing and Shanghai with the travel time of about 12 - 22.5 hours.

4. How far is it from Shanghai to Beijing?

The flight distance from Shanghai to Beijing is 1,084 kilometers (674 miles). The distance by high speed train is 1,318 kilometers (819 miles) and the expressway distance is 1,262 kilometers (784 miles).

5. How to travel from Shanghai to Beijing without a car?

Passengers can take high speed train, overnight train, flight, or long-distance bus from Shanghai to Beijing.

High speed train is the most recommended for short duration, dense schedule, modern facilities and comfortable environment; and it is convenient to get to Honqgiao Railway Station in Shanghai and leave Beijing South Railway Station upon arrival. Overnight train is good choice of budget travelers; remember to book a sleeper for the long ride. Flight can be fastest way but Beijing Capital Airport is in suburb and it takes time to reach downtown. Long-distance bus is the least recommended way because of quite long duration and uncomfortable environment.

6. Can I visit the Great Wall of China from Shanghai?

Yes. Passengers should take a flight, or train from Shanghai to Beijing firstly. Then, train or bus is available for passengers to reach the famous Great Wall sections like Badaling and Mutianyu.

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Questions & Answers on Shanghai to Beijing Train

Asked by Juay Koh from SINGAPORE | May. 06, 2024 23:41

Is there a direct speed train from Hangzhou to Beijing or is it better to go from HZ to SH first ?

Answers (1)

Answered by Joshua | May. 08, 2024 01:50

Yes, 20 bullet trains run directly from Hangzhou to Beijing.

Asked by Sekula from USA | Feb. 25, 2024 12:23

Luggages on train

My family of 4 is traveling from USA to Shanghai and we are planing on taking a high speed train to Beijing and then fly back. How many luggage's can I bring on train?

Answers (1)

Answered by Maria | Feb. 26, 2024 23:20

Generally, everyone can take luggage of at most 20 kg.

Asked by Mr T from ZANZIBAR | Dec. 28, 2023 05:00

How much time at station ?

How long before the train time do you need to arrive at the station for a high speed train Shanghai to Beijing ? Eg for an 8am train is it ok to arrive at 730am ?

Answers (1)

Answered by Linda | Dec. 29, 2023 01:00

Generally, it is okay.

Asked by kashu from SRI LANKA | Sep. 23, 2023 09:18

About Ticket Confirmation

i want to book a ticket roundtrip from shanghai to beijing. When I book from your website, will i receive a ticket confirmation from you to my email? If so, Can we use that email to board for the bullettrain? or should i receive physical ticket from counter by showing the email you sent and the passport?

Answers (1)

Answered by Molly | Sep. 25, 2023 00:57

Yes, you will receive e-ticket in your e-mail. But actually, you can directly board the train with your passport used to book the ticket. No physical ticket is needed.

If you want the paper ticket, you can also collect it at the railway station ticket office.

Asked by Omer from UGANDA | Sep. 04, 2019 00:04

Except seat layout, is there other difference for service between first and second class?

Answers (1)

Answered by Dyer from INDIA | Sep. 04, 2019 19:26

According to my reading, there is no big difference for the service. It seems that some snacks may offered to first class passengers. Except this one, no other obvious benefits. However, first class seats and carriages are indeed much wider.