Beijing to Shanghai
All major transport options linking Beijing and Shanghai are gathered on this page, making it easy to compare timetables, travel durations and fares.
Travel options for Beijing to Shanghai
Travel from Beijing to Shanghai with a train for 224 CN¥ to save, or reach Shanghai faster by flight in 1h y 55 minutes.
Train from Beijing to Shanghai
Board at Beijing South or Beijing for a train trip from Beijing to Shanghai, reaching multiple stations, including Shanghai South, Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai and others after about 4 hours 18 minutes. Tickets begin at 224 CN¥, so make sure to secure your seat in advance and enjoy the journey.
Prices: 224 CN¥
Duration: 4h 18m – 18h 46m ⏱
Flight from Beijing to Shanghai
For one of the fastest ways to travel from Beijing to Shanghai, flights depart from PKX Beijing Daxing Airport or PEK Beijing Capital Airport and arrive at SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport or PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport. The journey usually takes around 1 hour 55 minutes, making flying a practical option for covering this distance in a short amount of time. Ticket prices typically start at 1,020 CN¥, and you can review available options and book your flight through the available flight listings.
Prices: 1,020 CN¥
Duration: 1h 55m – 2h 35m ⏱
Combined from Beijing to Shanghai
To travel from Beijing to Shanghai using combined transport, start at PEK Beijing Capital Airport or PKX Beijing Daxing Airport and reach PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport. Expect the trip to take approximately 19 hours 25 minutes with fares starting at 1,382 CN¥. Reserve your seat in advance plan your route.
Prices: 1,382 CN¥
Duration: 19h 25m – 20h 5m ⏱
Train Routes & Schedules from Beijing to Shanghai
- Travel by train from Beijing South to Shanghai South, with journeys usually taking 12h 24m. Rail services operate at 19:36, and train tickets start at 748 CN¥.
- Reaching Shanghai Hongqiao from Beijing South by train usually takes around 4h 18m to 7h 47m. Fares start at 686 to 780 CN¥, with rail services operating from 07:07 until 17:00.
- Catch a train at Beijing South heading toward Shanghai, with the ride typically lasting 4h 33m to 4h 43m. Departures operate from 07:59 until 19:00, and fares start at 748 to 788 CN¥.
- Board a train at Beijing to reach Shanghai, with the journey typically lasting 4h 52m to 18h 46m. Departures occur from 07:40 until 21:21, and train ticket prices begin at 224 to 800 CN¥.
Cheapest Train Beijing to Shanghai
224 CN¥, from Beijing to Shanghai, departure at 11:59, duration 18h 46mFastest Train Beijing to Shanghai
780 CN¥, from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao, departure at 17:00, duration 4h 18mTrain Timetable: Beijing → Shanghai
- 07:40 12:32 4h 52m 792 CN¥
- 11:59 06:45 18h 46m 224 CN¥
- 19:18 07:25 12h 7m 617 CN¥
- 20:04 11:02 14h 58m 247 CN¥
- 21:21 09:27 12h 6m 800 CN¥
Train Timetable: Beijing South → Shanghai
- 07:59 12:32 4h 33m 788 CN¥
- 18:00 22:43 4h 43m 748 CN¥
- 19:00 23:35 4h 35m 788 CN¥
Train Timetable: Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao
- 07:07 13:12 6h 5m 686 CN¥
- 07:13 13:03 5h 50m 686 CN¥
- 07:42 13:49 6h 7m 686 CN¥
- 07:52 12:35 4h 43m 741 CN¥
- 09:00 13:37 4h 37m 780 CN¥
- 09:07 14:59 5h 52m 741 CN¥
- 09:49 15:56 6h 7m 710 CN¥
- 10:00 14:35 4h 35m 780 CN¥
- 10:03 14:39 4h 36m 741 CN¥
- 11:00 15:37 4h 37m 780 CN¥
- 11:13 17:38 6h 25m 710 CN¥
- 11:25 16:59 5h 34m 710 CN¥
- 12:00 16:38 4h 38m 780 CN¥
- 12:11 19:58 7h 47m 722 CN¥
- 12:21 18:21 6h 710 CN¥
- 12:47 18:58 6h 11m 710 CN¥
- 14:00 18:32 4h 32m 780 CN¥
- 14:26 20:50 6h 24m 710 CN¥
- 15:00 19:34 4h 34m 780 CN¥
- 16:00 20:28 4h 28m 780 CN¥
- 17:00 21:18 4h 18m 780 CN¥
Train Timetable: Beijing South → Shanghai South
- 19:36 08:00 12h 24m 748 CN¥
Flight Routes & Schedules from Beijing to Shanghai
- Start your trip at PKX Beijing Daxing Airport and reach SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport in around 1h 55m to 2h 15m by flight. Services operate from 09:00 until 21:35 with fares beginning at 1,617 to 1,755 CN¥.
- Taking off from PKX Beijing Daxing Airport, flights head toward PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, lasting roughly 2h 20m to 2h 35m. Fares begin at 1,755 to 2,254 CN¥, and services operate from 10:25 until 20:30.
- PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport is just a flight away from PEK Beijing Capital Airport, taking roughly 2h 5m to 2h 25m. Tickets cost from 1,020 to 2,270 CN¥, and departures run from 07:40 until 21:00.
- Departing from PEK Beijing Capital Airport on a flight to SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, you’ll be in the air for approximately 2h 5m to 2h 10m. Ticket prices start at 2,507 to 4,500 CN¥, with departures from 07:25 until 20:25.
Cheapest Flight Beijing to Shanghai
1020 CN¥, from PEK Beijing Capital Airport to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, departure at some times, duration 2h 20mFastest Flight Beijing to Shanghai
1617 CN¥, from PKX Beijing Daxing Airport to SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, departure at 21:35, duration 1h 55mFlight Timetable: PEK Beijing Capital Airport → PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
- 07:40 09:45 2h 5m 2254 CN¥
- 07:55 10:15 2h 20m 2270 CN¥
- 10:55 13:20 2h 25m 1020 CN¥
- 15:55 18:15 2h 20m 1020 CN¥
- 21:00 23:20 2h 20m 2254 CN¥
Flight Timetable: PEK Beijing Capital Airport → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
- 07:25 09:35 2h 10m 2507 CN¥
- 08:25 10:35 2h 10m 2507 CN¥
- 15:55 18:00 2h 5m 2507 CN¥
- 17:30 19:40 2h 10m 2507 CN¥
- 19:30 21:35 2h 5m 4500 CN¥
- 20:25 22:35 2h 10m 2507 CN¥
Flight Timetable: PKX Beijing Daxing Airport → PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
- 10:25 13:00 2h 35m 2254 CN¥
- 20:30 22:50 2h 20m 1755 CN¥
Flight Timetable: PKX Beijing Daxing Airport → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
- 09:00 11:10 2h 10m 1755 CN¥
- 16:20 18:35 2h 15m 1755 CN¥
- 19:45 21:50 2h 5m 1755 CN¥
- 21:35 23:30 1h 55m 1617 CN¥
Combined Routes & Schedules from Beijing to Shanghai
- From PEK Beijing Capital Airport, take an intermodal journey to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, lasting about 20h 5m. Services operate at 20:10, and fares start at 1,682 CN¥.
- Embark on a combined vehicle transfer from PKX Beijing Daxing Airport and reach PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport in roughly 19h 25m. Departures run at 02:35, and tickets begin at 1,382 CN¥.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Beijing to Shanghai
1382 CN¥, from PKX Beijing Daxing Airport to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, departure at 02:35, duration 19h 25mCombined Timetable: PEK Beijing Capital Airport → PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
- 20:10 16:15 20h 5m 1682 CN¥
Combined Timetable: PKX Beijing Daxing Airport → PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
- 02:35 22:00 19h 25m 1382 CN¥
Frequently Asked Questions Beijing to Shanghai
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beijing to Shanghai.
How much does the Beijing to Shanghai route usually cost?
Prices on the Beijing to Shanghai route vary by transport type. Trains start at 224 CNY and go up to 800 CNY, while flights range from 1,020 CNY to 4,500 CNY. Combined air tickets are listed at 1,382 CNY to 1,682 CNY.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Beijing to Shanghai?
The cheapest option on the Beijing to Shanghai route is the train. Fares start at 224 CNY, which is well below the lowest flight price of 1,020 CNY. Train prices also stay within a wider range depending on service and timing.
Which option is fastest on the Beijing to Shanghai route?
Flights are the fastest option on the Beijing to Shanghai route. The shortest listed flight takes about 1 hour 55 minutes, and the longest is about 2 hours 35 minutes. Train times are much longer, depending on the service chosen.
How long does it take to get from Beijing to Shanghai by train?
Train travel on the Beijing to Shanghai route ranges from about 4 hours 18 minutes to about 18 hours 46 minutes. The difference comes from the specific train service and station pair, with some direct high-speed services much faster than others.
How long is the Beijing to Shanghai flight, and why does it vary?
Flights from Beijing to Shanghai take about 1 hour 55 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. The duration varies by airport pair, with routes between Beijing Daxing and Shanghai Hongqiao or Pudong, and between Beijing Capital and those Shanghai airports.
Where do trains leave and arrive on the Beijing to Shanghai route?
Trains on the Beijing to Shanghai route depart from Beijing South or Beijing. They arrive at Shanghai South, Shanghai Hongqiao, or Shanghai. The exact station depends on the service, so it is important to check the ticket details.
Which airports are used for flights between Beijing and Shanghai?
Flights on the Beijing to Shanghai route depart from Beijing Daxing Airport or Beijing Capital Airport. They arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport or Shanghai Pudong Airport. Different flight pairs use different airport combinations, so the exact route matters.
How many flights are there from Beijing to Shanghai, and when is the first and last one?
There are 17 listed flights on the Beijing to Shanghai route. The first departure is at 07:25 and the last is at 21:35. No fixed frequency is given, so departures are spread across the day rather than evenly timed.
What are the first and last train departures from Beijing to Shanghai?
Trains on the Beijing to Shanghai route start at 07:07 and the last departure is at 21:21. The timetable does not show a fixed frequency. There are 30 listed train trips, so options are available throughout the day.
Is there any difference between the Beijing to Shanghai train services?
Yes. Train durations on the Beijing to Shanghai route vary a lot, from about 4 hours 18 minutes to about 18 hours 46 minutes. Prices also vary from 224 CNY to 800 CNY, and stations differ between Beijing South and Beijing.
Can I book Beijing to Shanghai tickets online, and where should I look?
For Beijing to Shanghai tickets, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. It lists the available transport options, prices, and schedules for this route, so you can compare the current departures before booking.
What should I know about the Beijing to Shanghai route before choosing a transport type?
The Beijing to Shanghai route has both fast flights and much cheaper trains. Flights are about 1 hour 55 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes, while trains range from about 4 hours 18 minutes to about 18 hours 46 minutes. Departure and arrival stations also differ by service.
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