Chongqing to Shanghai
Whether you’re planning ahead or comparing last-minute options, this page covers all transport services between Chongqing and Shanghai, including departure times, travel lengths and fares.
Travel options for Chongqing to Shanghai
Traveling from Chongqing to Shanghai, a train for 361 CN¥ offers the best value, while a flight gets you there in 2h y 5 minutes.
Train from Chongqing to Shanghai
Board at multiple stations, including Chongqing East, Chongqing North, Chongqing West and others and travel from Chongqing to Shanghai, reaching multiple stations, including Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai South, Shanghai and others after approximately 9 hours 1 minute. Train tickets start from 361 CN¥, so plan ahead and reserve your ticket.
Prices: 361 CN¥
Duration: 9h 1m – 16h 58m ⏱
Flight from Chongqing to Shanghai
Take a flight from Chongqing by departing from CKG Chongqing Airport or JIQ Qianjiang Airport, Chongqing and travel to Shanghai in around 2 hours 5 minutes, with arrival taking place at PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport or SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. Air travel is the fastest option on this route, and ticket prices usually start from 749 CN¥. You can check flight options and availability through the full flight schedule.
Prices: 749 CN¥
Duration: 2h 5m – 4h 30m ⏱
Combined from Chongqing to Shanghai
To reach Shanghai from Chongqing via combined transport, you can board at CKG Chongqing Airport and expect to arrive at PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport. The total journey lasts about 11 hours 25 minutes, offering a practical solution for multi-leg trips. Tickets are available from 2,418 CN¥, explore schedules and book your trip here.
Prices: 2,418 CN¥
Duration: 11h 25m ⏱
Train Routes & Schedules from Chongqing to Shanghai
Travelers on the Chongqing to Shanghai rail route have several stations available for boarding and disembarking, giving flexibility in choosing where to start and end their journey. Trip durations vary depending on the stations used, generally taking around 9h 1m to 16h 58m. Services run from 06:05 until 14:09, and fares start at 361 to 1,279 CN¥, with small differences depending on the service. Reviewing the complete train timetable for Chongqing and Shanghai helps compare stations and pick the connection that best fits your schedule.
Cheapest Train Chongqing to Shanghai
361 CN¥, from Chongqing North to Shanghai South, departure at 14:09, duration 16h 58mFastest Train Chongqing to Shanghai
1097 CN¥, from Chongqing West to Shanghai Hongqiao, departure at 07:53, duration 9h 1mTrain Timetable: Chongqing East → Shanghai Hongqiao
- 10:40 23:29 12h 49m 1126 CN¥
Train Timetable: Chongqing North → Shanghai
- 07:45 18:25 10h 40m 756 CN¥
- 08:38 21:19 12h 41m 734 CN¥
- 09:48 20:21 10h 33m 790 CN¥
Train Timetable: Chongqing North → Shanghai Hongqiao
- 06:05 18:28 12h 23m 1114 CN¥
- 07:08 19:19 12h 11m 745 CN¥
- 07:24 21:19 13h 55m 791 CN¥
- 07:38 19:32 11h 54m 1125 CN¥
- 07:40 21:36 13h 56m 761 CN¥
- 09:26 20:01 10h 35m 1238 CN¥
- 09:27 22:15 12h 48m 721 CN¥
- 10:08 23:18 13h 10m 765 CN¥
- 10:20 22:21 12h 1m 737 CN¥
Train Timetable: Chongqing North → Shanghai South
- 07:08 19:49 12h 41m 752 CN¥
- 07:40 22:14 14h 34m 769 CN¥
- 14:09 07:07 16h 58m 361 CN¥
Train Timetable: Chongqing West → Shanghai Hongqiao
- 07:53 16:54 9h 1m 1097 CN¥
- 08:16 20:56 12h 40m 1097 CN¥
- 08:55 20:01 11h 6m 1258 CN¥
- 09:22 22:35 13h 13m 1279 CN¥
Flight Routes & Schedules from Chongqing to Shanghai
- Flying from CKG Chongqing Airport to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, the journey takes roughly 2h 15m to 4h 30m. Services operate from 05:40 until 22:00 with fares starting at 749 to 2,532 CN¥.
- SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport can be reached from CKG Chongqing Airport with a flight lasting about 2h 5m to 2h 40m. Services run from 06:30 until 21:20, and fares start at 959 to 2,907 CN¥.
- Departing from JIQ Qianjiang Airport, Chongqing on a flight to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, you’ll be in the air for approximately 2h 15m. Ticket prices start at 795 CN¥, with departures at 19:30.
Cheapest Flight Chongqing to Shanghai
749 CN¥, from CKG Chongqing Airport to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, departure at 18:50, duration 4h 30mFastest Flight Chongqing to Shanghai
1045 CN¥, from CKG Chongqing Airport to SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, departure at 21:20, duration 2h 5mFlight Timetable: CKG Chongqing Airport → PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
- 05:40 07:55 2h 15m 959 CN¥
- 07:15 09:40 2h 25m 1245 CN¥
- 08:20 10:45 2h 25m 1252 CN¥
- 08:35 11:00 2h 25m 2532 CN¥
- 11:40 14:15 2h 35m 2368 CN¥
- 13:00 15:35 2h 35m 1009 CN¥
- 13:10 15:30 2h 20m 2532 CN¥
- 15:00 17:35 2h 35m 1035 CN¥
- 15:20 17:50 2h 30m 909 CN¥
- 16:10 18:45 2h 35m 2532 CN¥
- 16:20 18:50 2h 30m 923 CN¥
- 18:50 23:20 4h 30m 749 CN¥
- 20:10 22:35 2h 25m 2368 CN¥
- 20:35 23:15 2h 40m 1012 CN¥
- 21:20 00:10 2h 50m 2135 CN¥
- 22:00 00:45 2h 45m 959 CN¥
Flight Timetable: CKG Chongqing Airport → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
- 06:30 08:55 2h 25m 1252 CN¥
- 07:20 09:35 2h 15m 1472 CN¥
- 08:00 10:30 2h 30m 2907 CN¥
- 11:25 13:55 2h 30m 1081 CN¥
- 11:55 14:15 2h 20m 1252 CN¥
- 13:30 16:00 2h 30m 1042 CN¥
- 16:40 19:20 2h 40m 1042 CN¥
- 17:10 19:25 2h 15m 1160 CN¥
- 17:30 20:00 2h 30m 2532 CN¥
- 19:35 21:55 2h 20m 1045 CN¥
- 20:05 22:25 2h 20m 959 CN¥
- 21:20 23:25 2h 5m 1045 CN¥
Flight Timetable: JIQ Qianjiang Airport, Chongqing → PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
- 19:30 21:45 2h 15m 795 CN¥
Combined Routes & Schedules from Chongqing to Shanghai
Start your journey at CKG Chongqing Airport on a combined transport route toward Shanghai. You’ll travel across different vehicles for about 11h 25m, with departures running at 22:20 and fares starting from 2,418 CN¥. Arrival is at PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, and checking the timetable for connections between Chongqing and Shanghai lets you choose the departure that fits your schedule.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Chongqing to Shanghai
2418 CN¥, from CKG Chongqing Airport to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, departure at 22:20, duration 11h 25mCombined Timetable: CKG Chongqing Airport → PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
- 22:20 09:45 11h 25m 2418 CN¥
Frequently Asked Questions Chongqing to Shanghai
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chongqing to Shanghai.
How long does the Chongqing to Shanghai route usually take overall?
The Chongqing to Shanghai route varies a lot by transport type. Flights take about 2 hours 5 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes, while trains take about 9 hours to 16 hours 58 minutes. The difference comes from the service type and the specific station pair.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Chongqing to Shanghai?
The cheapest listed option on the Chongqing to Shanghai route is train travel, with fares starting at 361 CNY. Train prices go up to 1,279 CNY depending on the service and route. Flights start higher, at 749 CNY.
What is the fastest option for Chongqing to Shanghai?
The fastest option on the Chongqing to Shanghai route is by flight. The quickest listed flight takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, and some services take up to about 4 hours 30 minutes. Train journeys are much longer.
How much should I expect to pay for Chongqing to Shanghai?
For Chongqing to Shanghai, train fares range from 361 CNY to 1,279 CNY. Flight fares range from 749 CNY to 2,907 CNY. The total cost depends on the transport type, the airport or station pair, and the specific service.
Which stations or airports are used on the Chongqing to Shanghai route?
Flights depart from CKG Chongqing Airport or JIQ Qianjiang Airport, Chongqing, and arrive at PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport or SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. Trains depart from Chongqing East, Chongqing North, or Chongqing West, and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai South, or Shanghai.
How many departures are there from Chongqing to Shanghai, and when is the first and last service?
Flights on the Chongqing to Shanghai route run 29 times, with departures from 05:40 to 22:00. Trains run 20 times, with departures from 06:05 to 14:09. The schedule depends on the transport type.
Are there different travel times on Chongqing to Shanghai trains?
Yes. Train times on Chongqing to Shanghai range from about 9 hours to 16 hours 58 minutes. For example, Chongqing West to Shanghai Hongqiao can take about 9 hours 1 minute, while Chongqing North to Shanghai South can take up to about 16 hours 58 minutes.
Which Chongqing to Shanghai flight route is the quickest?
Among the listed Chongqing to Shanghai flights, Chongqing Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao is the quickest at about 2 hours 5 minutes. Chongqing Airport to Shanghai Pudong takes about 2 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes, and JIQ Qianjiang Airport to Pudong takes about 2 hours 15 minutes.
What is the price difference between Chongqing to Shanghai flights and trains?
Trains are cheaper on the Chongqing to Shanghai route, starting at 361 CNY and reaching 1,279 CNY. Flights start at 749 CNY and go up to 2,907 CNY. So the flight range is higher on both the low and high end.
Which Chongqing to Shanghai train stations have the longest and shortest listed times?
The shortest listed train time is Chongqing West to Shanghai Hongqiao at about 9 hours 1 minute. The longest listed time is Chongqing North to Shanghai South at about 16 hours 58 minutes. Other train pairs fall between those two.
How do the Chongqing to Shanghai flight airports differ by route?
The Chongqing to Shanghai flights use two departure airports and two arrival airports. Chongqing Airport connects to both Shanghai Pudong and Shanghai Hongqiao, while JIQ Qianjiang Airport, Chongqing is listed only with Shanghai Pudong. This affects the available flight times.
Where can I book Chongqing to Shanghai tickets?
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