Chengdu to Shanghai
This route connects Chengdu with Shanghai by train, with full details on timetables and prices available below.
Travel options for Chengdu to Shanghai
The quickest and most affordable way to get from Chengdu to Shanghai is by a train for 342 CN¥, taking only 6h y 47 minutes.
Train from Chengdu to Shanghai
Hop on a train departing from Chengdu West or Chengdu East to travel from Chengdu to Shanghai, arriving at Shanghai or Shanghai Hongqiao. The ride takes around 6 hours 47 minutes with fares starting from 342 CN¥. Be sure to reserve your seat for this journey.
Prices: 342 CN¥
Duration: 6h 47m – 15h 16m ⏱
Train Routes & Schedules from Chengdu to Shanghai
- From the station at Chengdu West, trains make their way to Shanghai, taking approximately 6h 47m to 8h 41m. Rail services run from 07:50 until 22:12, and tickets are available from 342 to 366 CN¥.
- Travel to Shanghai Hongqiao from Chengdu East, with a train trip lasting approximately 10h 6m to 15h 16m. Rail services run from 06:31 until 17:51, and fares start at 833 to 3,316 CN¥.
- Travel by train from Chengdu East to Shanghai, with journeys lasting approximately 12h 34m to 15h 9m. Rail services run from 06:10 until 07:47, and fares begin at 811 CN¥.
Cheapest & Fastest Train Chengdu to Shanghai
342 CN¥, from Chengdu West to Shanghai, departure at 07:50, duration 6h 47mTrain Timetable: Chengdu East → Shanghai
- 06:10 21:19 15h 9m 811 CN¥
- 07:47 20:21 12h 34m 811 CN¥
Train Timetable: Chengdu East → Shanghai Hongqiao
- 06:31 20:01 13h 30m 1469 CN¥
- 07:40 19:42 12h 2m 1090 CN¥
- 07:52 22:21 14h 29m 833 CN¥
- 08:02 23:18 15h 16m 861 CN¥
- 08:16 18:22 10h 6m 1298 CN¥
- 08:48 21:02 12h 14m 1114 CN¥
- 09:23 22:30 13h 7m 1266 CN¥
- 10:43 22:47 12h 4m 1076 CN¥
- 11:01 22:35 11h 34m 3316 CN¥
- 17:36 08:04 14h 28m 853 CN¥
- 17:51 08:58 15h 7m 1295 CN¥
Train Timetable: Chengdu West → Shanghai
- 07:50 14:37 6h 47m 342 CN¥
- 22:12 06:53 8h 41m 366 CN¥
Frequently Asked Questions Chengdu to Shanghai
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chengdu to Shanghai.
How long does the Chengdu to Shanghai trip usually take?
By train, the Chengdu to Shanghai trip takes about 6 hours 47 minutes to 15 hours 16 minutes, depending on the service and station pair. The difference comes from whether the train runs from Chengdu West or Chengdu East and whether it arrives at Shanghai or Shanghai Hongqiao.
What is the price range for Chengdu to Shanghai train tickets?
Train tickets for Chengdu to Shanghai cost between 342 CNY and 3,316 CNY. The fare varies by train type, seat class, and the specific departure and arrival stations used on the route.
Which is the cheapest way to travel from Chengdu to Shanghai in the available data?
The cheapest option shown for Chengdu to Shanghai is the train, with fares starting at 342 CNY. No bus, flight, ferry, or charter data is provided here, so only the train can be confirmed from the context.
What is the fastest Chengdu to Shanghai option in the available data?
The fastest listed option for Chengdu to Shanghai is a train from Chengdu West to Shanghai, taking about 6 hours 47 minutes at the shortest. Other train combinations take longer, up to about 15 hours 16 minutes.
Where do Chengdu to Shanghai trains leave from and arrive?
Chengdu to Shanghai trains depart from Chengdu West or Chengdu East. They arrive at Shanghai or Shanghai Hongqiao, depending on the service. The exact station pair matters because it also affects the journey time.
How many Chengdu to Shanghai trains are there, and when is the first and last departure?
There are 15 train trips listed for Chengdu to Shanghai. The first departure is at 06:10 and the last departure is at 22:12, so the route has services spread across most of the day.
Why does the Chengdu to Shanghai train time vary so much?
The travel time changes because different train pairs are listed on the route. Chengdu West to Shanghai is the quickest, while Chengdu East to Shanghai Hongqiao and Chengdu East to Shanghai take longer, which creates a wide time range.
Which Chengdu to Shanghai station pair is the quickest?
The quickest station pair on Chengdu to Shanghai is Chengdu West to Shanghai, with trips taking about 6 hours 47 minutes to 8 hours 41 minutes. The other listed pairs from Chengdu East are noticeably longer.
How long do Chengdu East to Shanghai Hongqiao trains take on the Chengdu to Shanghai route?
Chengdu East to Shanghai Hongqiao trains take about 10 hours 6 minutes to 15 hours 16 minutes. This is one of the longer train combinations on the route, so it is not the fastest station pair.
How long is the Chengdu East to Shanghai train on this route?
The Chengdu East to Shanghai train takes about 12 hours 34 minutes to 15 hours 9 minutes. It is longer than the Chengdu West to Shanghai option and slightly different from Chengdu East to Shanghai Hongqiao.
Can I book Chengdu to Shanghai tickets online, and where should I look?
Yes, Chengdu to Shanghai tickets can be checked and booked online through TicketRoutes.com. The route page lists the available train options, fares, and station pairs in one place.
What should I know before planning a Chengdu to Shanghai train trip?
For Chengdu to Shanghai, the main variables are station pair, fare, and duration. Trains leave from Chengdu West or Chengdu East and arrive at Shanghai or Shanghai Hongqiao, with prices from 342 CNY to 3,316 CNY.
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