Guilin to Shanghai
Traveling between Guilin and Shanghai offers several transport choices, and you’ll find their schedules, journey times and prices outlined below.
Travel options for Guilin to Shanghai
For a trip from Guilin to Shanghai, train is both the fastest and the most cost-effective choice at 279 CN¥, taking just 1h y 12 minutes.
Train from Guilin to Shanghai
Board at Guilin North or Guilin for a train connecting Guilin and Shanghai, reaching multiple stations, including Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai, Shanghai South and others after approximately 1 hour 12 minutes. Tickets start at 279 CN¥, secure your spot on the train in advance.
Prices: 279 CN¥
Duration: 1h 12m – 15h 37m ⏱
Flight from Guilin to Shanghai
To cover the distance between Guilin and Shanghai by air, flights leave from KWL Guilin Airport and complete the journey in about 2 hours 10 minutes, finishing at PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport. This option significantly reduces travel time compared to land or sea routes, and prices usually begin at 727 CN¥. Schedules and ticket details can be checked directly on the flight listings page.
Prices: 727 CN¥
Duration: 2h 10m – 2h 35m ⏱
Combined from Guilin to Shanghai
Start your journey from Guilin to Shanghai using combined transport, departing from KWL Guilin Airport and arriving at SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport or PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport. The trip usually takes around 10 hours 10 minutes, giving you a comfortable and flexible way to travel. Tickets start from 2,272 CN¥, see all combined travel options and plan your route here.
Prices: 2,272 CN¥
Duration: 10h 10m – 22h 5m ⏱
Train Routes & Schedules from Guilin to Shanghai
- From Guilin North, hop on a train heading to Shanghai Hongqiao for a trip of around 9h 24m. Rail services operate at 13:31, with train tickets starting at 797 CN¥.
- Traveling from Guilin North, you’ll be on the train for roughly 1h 12m before arriving at Shanghai. Rail services operate at 04:00, and fares start from 279 CN¥.
- Shanghai South can be reached from Guilin North with a train ride lasting about 15h 37m. Rail services run at 19:16, and fares start at 876 CN¥.
- Start your journey at Guilin and reach Shanghai Hongqiao in around 7h 42m by train. Rail services operate at 11:48 with fares beginning at 908 CN¥.
Cheapest & Fastest Train Guilin to Shanghai
279 CN¥, from Guilin North to Shanghai, departure at 04:00, duration 1h 12mTrain Timetable: Guilin → Shanghai Hongqiao
- 11:48 19:30 7h 42m 908 CN¥
Train Timetable: Guilin North → Shanghai
- 04:00 05:12 1h 12m 279 CN¥
Train Timetable: Guilin North → Shanghai Hongqiao
- 13:31 22:55 9h 24m 797 CN¥
Train Timetable: Guilin North → Shanghai South
- 19:16 10:53 15h 37m 876 CN¥
Flight Routes & Schedules from Guilin to Shanghai
Catch your nonstop flight at KWL Guilin Airport, the only direct connection from Guilin to Shanghai. Flights depart from 07:30 until 22:10, and the journey in the air typically lasts around 2h 10m to 2h 35m before touching down at PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport. Fares start from 727 to 1,517 CN¥, and you can consult the full timetable for the Guilin–Shanghai route to select the departure that suits your schedule and book your seat in advance.
Cheapest Flight Guilin to Shanghai
727 CN¥, from KWL Guilin Airport to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, departure at 21:40, duration 2h 30mFastest Flight Guilin to Shanghai
1517 CN¥, from KWL Guilin Airport to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, departure at 22:10, duration 2h 10mFlight Timetable: KWL Guilin Airport → PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
- 07:30 10:05 2h 35m 957 CN¥
- 21:40 00:10 2h 30m 727 CN¥
- 22:10 00:20 2h 10m 1517 CN¥
Combined Routes & Schedules from Guilin to Shanghai
- Travel on a mixed transport route from KWL Guilin Airport to SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, covering the journey in roughly 22h 5m. Services run at 10:50, and fares begin at 2,304 CN¥.
- From KWL Guilin Airport, travel via connected transport options to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, taking roughly 10h 10m. Departures occur at 10:50, and tickets start at 2,272 CN¥.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Guilin to Shanghai
2272 CN¥, from KWL Guilin Airport to PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, departure at 10:50, duration 10h 10mCombined Timetable: KWL Guilin Airport → PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
- 10:50 21:00 10h 10m 2272 CN¥
Combined Timetable: KWL Guilin Airport → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
- 10:50 08:55 22h 5m 2304 CN¥
Frequently Asked Questions Guilin to Shanghai
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guilin to Shanghai.
How long does the Guilin to Shanghai trip usually take?
The travel time on the Guilin to Shanghai route varies a lot by transport type. Flights take about 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes, while trains range from about 1 hour 12 minutes to 15 hours 37 minutes depending on the service.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Guilin to Shanghai?
The cheapest option on the Guilin to Shanghai route is train travel, with fares from 279 CNY. Train prices are lower than flights, which start at 727 CNY, and much lower than the combined air options listed.
Which Guilin to Shanghai option is the fastest?
The fastest option on the Guilin to Shanghai route is the train service that takes about 1 hour 12 minutes. Flight times are longer, at roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes, based on the listed services.
How much should I expect to pay for Guilin to Shanghai overall?
Prices on the Guilin to Shanghai route depend on the transport type. Trains cost about 279 to 908 CNY, flights cost about 727 to 1,517 CNY, and the combined air options are listed at about 2,272 to 2,304 CNY.
Where do departures and arrivals usually happen for Guilin to Shanghai?
For flights on the Guilin to Shanghai route, departures are from KWL Guilin Airport and arrivals are at PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport. Train services depart from Guilin North or Guilin and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai, or Shanghai South.
Are there many departures on the Guilin to Shanghai route each day?
The context lists several services for the Guilin to Shanghai route, but not a fixed frequency. Flights show 3 trips and trains show 4 trips, with departures spread across the day rather than at a regular interval.
What are the first and last departures for Guilin to Shanghai?
For the Guilin to Shanghai route, the earliest train departure is 04:00 and the latest is 19:16. Flights run from 07:30 to 22:10, while the combined air options shown have a single departure at 10:50.
Which Guilin to Shanghai train stations are used?
Train services on the Guilin to Shanghai route depart from Guilin North and Guilin. Arrivals are listed at Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai, and Shanghai South, depending on the specific train service.
How do train times differ on the Guilin to Shanghai route?
Train durations on the Guilin to Shanghai route vary widely. One listed service takes about 1 hour 12 minutes, another about 7 hours 42 minutes, another about 9 hours 24 minutes, and the longest takes about 15 hours 37 minutes.
How do flight options work for Guilin to Shanghai?
Flights on the Guilin to Shanghai route depart from KWL Guilin Airport and arrive at PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport. The listed flight time is about 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes, with fares from 727 to 1,517 CNY.
What should I know about the combined air options for Guilin to Shanghai?
The combined air options on the Guilin to Shanghai route are listed from KWL Guilin Airport to either SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport or PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport. The durations shown are about 10 hours 10 minutes and 22 hours 5 minutes, with fares around 2,272 to 2,304 CNY.
If I want to book Guilin to Shanghai tickets, where should I look?
For Guilin to Shanghai reservations, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference provided in the context. It lists the route details and available transport options, including trains and flights, with the fares and times shown for each service.
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