Travel Shanghai to Xiamen

Shanghai to Xiamen

      This page brings together every main way to get from Shanghai to Xiamen, showing when each service runs, how long the trip takes and the typical cost.

      Travel options for Shanghai to Xiamen

      The quickest and most affordable way to get from Shanghai to Xiamen is by a flight for 276 CN¥, taking only 1h y 40 minutes.

      Flight from Shanghai to Xiamen

      Fly from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport or SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport in Shanghai to XMN Xiamen Airport in Xiamen in approximately 1 hour 40 minutes. Flights fares starting at 276 CN¥. Check schedules and book your seat here to secure a smooth and timely journey.

      Prices: 276 CN¥

      Duration: 1h 40m – 2h 30m ⏱

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      Train from Shanghai to Xiamen

      Board at Shanghai South or Shanghai Hongqiao and travel from Shanghai to Xiamen, reaching Xiamen North or Xiamen after approximately 5 hours 3 minutes. Train tickets start from 517 CN¥, so plan ahead and reserve your ticket.

      Prices: 517 CN¥

      Duration: 5h 3m – 8h 24m ⏱

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      Combined from Shanghai to Xiamen

      For a combined transport route between Shanghai and Xiamen, departures are available from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport or SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport with fares starting at 1,705 CN¥. Expect to reach XMN Xiamen Airport after roughly 5 hours 45 minutes. Plan ahead and secure your trip explore van options.

      Prices: 1,705 CN¥

      Duration: 5h 45m – 17h 30m ⏱

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      Distance Shanghai to Xiamen

      The distance between Shanghai and Xiamen is 814.8 kilometers.

      Shanghai to Xiamen Transportation Comparison

      Compare transport options side by side using key travel metrics to find the best way to get from Shanghai to Xiamen

      Flight
      Train
      Combined
      Average price
      814 CN¥
      596 CN¥
      2,560 CN¥
      Cheapest price
      276 CN¥
      517 CN¥
      1,705 CN¥
      Average duration
      1h 57m
      7h 13m
      9h 39m
      Minimum duration
      1h 40m
      5h 03m
      5h 45m
      Number of departures
      23
      24
      11
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      Flight Routes & Schedules from Shanghai to Xiamen

      - From PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport, flights travel to XMN Xiamen Airport, taking approximately 1h 55m to 2h 30m. Departures occur from 06:50 until 23:10, and fares start at 566 to 1,778 CN¥.
      - Flying from SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to XMN Xiamen Airport, expect the flight to take around 1h 40m to 2h 5m. Services run from 07:05 until 21:45, and fares start at 276 to 1,784 CN¥.

      Departure stations
      PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
      SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
      Arrival stations
      XMN Xiamen Airport

      Flight Timetable: PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport → XMN Xiamen Airport

      • 06:50 08:55 2h 5m 1752 CN¥
      • 11:00 13:15 2h 15m 566 CN¥
      • 11:55 14:00 2h 5m 1752 CN¥
      • 14:20 16:20 2h 566 CN¥
      • 21:55 00:25 2h 30m 576 CN¥
      • 23:10 01:05 1h 55m 1778 CN¥

      Flight Timetable: SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport → XMN Xiamen Airport

      • 07:05 08:45 1h 40m 626 CN¥
      • 07:10 09:15 2h 5m 463 CN¥
      • 08:00 09:45 1h 45m 577 CN¥
      • 09:00 10:40 1h 40m 627 CN¥
      • 10:45 12:35 1h 50m 1784 CN¥
      • 11:10 13:00 1h 50m 627 CN¥
      • 12:10 14:05 1h 55m 554 CN¥
      • 12:25 14:20 1h 55m 430 CN¥
      • 12:40 14:35 1h 55m 627 CN¥
      • 14:05 15:55 1h 50m 450 CN¥
      • 14:10 16:10 2h 554 CN¥
      • 15:05 17:00 1h 55m 627 CN¥
      • 16:10 18:10 2h 604 CN¥
      • 18:10 20:05 1h 55m 654 CN¥
      • 18:50 20:45 1h 55m 1752 CN¥
      • 19:05 21:00 1h 55m 276 CN¥
      • 21:45 23:45 2h 503 CN¥

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      Train Routes & Schedules from Shanghai to Xiamen

      - From Shanghai South, you can travel toward Xiamen North by train. The ride usually lasts 5h 7m to 8h 1m. Rail services are scheduled from 06:52 until 15:13, and fares start at 538 to 686 CN¥.
      - Travel to Xiamen from Shanghai South, with a train trip lasting approximately 7h 56m. Rail services run at 14:53, and fares start at 653 CN¥.
      - Travel by train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Xiamen North, with journeys lasting approximately 5h 3m to 8h 24m. Rail services run from 06:20 until 14:04, and fares begin at 517 to 667 CN¥.

      Departure stations
      Shanghai South
      Shanghai Hongqiao
      Arrival stations
      Xiamen North
      Xiamen

      Train Timetable: Shanghai Hongqiao → Xiamen North

      • 06:20 13:45 7h 25m 609 CN¥
      • 07:32 15:17 7h 45m 610 CN¥
      • 07:41 15:22 7h 41m 517 CN¥
      • 08:19 16:43 8h 24m 524 CN¥
      • 08:44 16:53 8h 9m 564 CN¥
      • 08:52 16:58 8h 6m 524 CN¥
      • 10:00 17:23 7h 23m 582 CN¥
      • 10:27 18:02 7h 35m 567 CN¥
      • 11:20 19:01 7h 41m 571 CN¥
      • 11:50 19:52 8h 2m 595 CN¥
      • 12:00 17:03 5h 3m 667 CN¥
      • 12:16 20:05 7h 49m 540 CN¥
      • 13:22 21:08 7h 46m 571 CN¥
      • 14:04 19:08 5h 4m 659 CN¥

      Train Timetable: Shanghai South → Xiamen

      • 14:53 22:49 7h 56m 653 CN¥

      Train Timetable: Shanghai South → Xiamen North

      • 06:52 14:48 7h 56m 559 CN¥
      • 08:11 15:41 7h 30m 564 CN¥
      • 08:34 14:49 6h 15m 686 CN¥
      • 09:07 14:14 5h 7m 674 CN¥
      • 09:21 15:28 6h 7m 642 CN¥
      • 09:50 17:51 8h 1m 538 CN¥
      • 10:23 16:26 6h 3m 649 CN¥
      • 14:53 22:25 7h 32m 643 CN¥
      • 15:13 22:20 7h 7m 605 CN¥

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      Combined Routes & Schedules from Shanghai to Xiamen

      - Travel from PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport to XMN Xiamen Airport using a combination of transport options, with the journey lasting roughly 5h 45m to 17h 30m. Services operate from 07:10 until 19:05, and fares start at 1,705 CN¥.
      - Embark from SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport toward XMN Xiamen Airport using a mix of transportation options, with the trip lasting around 5h 55m to 7h 35m. Departures occur from 07:45 until 13:35, and tickets start at 1,705 to 5,391 CN¥.

      Departure stations
      PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport
      SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport
      Arrival stations
      XMN Xiamen Airport

      Combined Timetable: PVG Shanghai Pudong Airport → XMN Xiamen Airport

      • 07:10 19:30 12h 20m 1705 CN¥
      • 08:30 19:30 11h 1705 CN¥
      • 09:30 19:30 10h 1705 CN¥
      • 12:50 19:30 6h 40m 1705 CN¥
      • 13:45 19:30 5h 45m 1705 CN¥
      • 17:30 11:00 17h 30m 1705 CN¥
      • 19:05 11:00 15h 55m 1705 CN¥

      Combined Timetable: SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Airport → XMN Xiamen Airport

      • 07:45 14:30 6h 45m 5391 CN¥
      • 10:15 17:50 7h 35m 3743 CN¥
      • 13:30 20:20 6h 50m 5391 CN¥
      • 13:35 19:30 5h 55m 1705 CN¥

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      Frequently Asked Questions Shanghai to Xiamen

      Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shanghai to Xiamen.

      How long does the Shanghai to Xiamen route usually take?

      Travel time on the Shanghai to Xiamen route depends on the transport type. Flights take about 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes, while trains take about 5 hours to 8 hours 24 minutes. Combined services can take much longer, from about 5 hours 45 minutes to 17 hours 30 minutes.

      What is the cheapest way to travel from Shanghai to Xiamen?

      The cheapest option on the Shanghai to Xiamen route is usually a flight, with fares starting at 276 CNY. Train tickets start at 517 CNY, and combined services are higher, starting at 1705 CNY. Prices vary by departure time and availability.

      Which option is fastest for Shanghai to Xiamen?

      Flights are the fastest option on the Shanghai to Xiamen route. The quickest flight takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, with some services from Shanghai Hongqiao to Xiamen Airport taking around 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes. Trains take several hours longer.

      Where do departures and arrivals happen on the Shanghai to Xiamen route?

      Flights depart from either Shanghai Pudong Airport or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport and arrive at Xiamen Airport. Trains depart from Shanghai South or Shanghai Hongqiao and arrive at Xiamen North or Xiamen. Combined services also use the two Shanghai airports and Xiamen Airport.

      Are there many departures from Shanghai to Xiamen each day?

      Yes, there are multiple departures on the Shanghai to Xiamen route. Flights show 23 trips, trains show 24 trips, and combined services show 11 trips. Exact spacing between departures is not listed, so the timetable is best checked by date.

      When is the first and last flight from Shanghai to Xiamen?

      For flights on the Shanghai to Xiamen route, the first departure is at 06:50 and the last departure is at 23:10. Flight times vary by airport pair, with Shanghai Hongqiao services generally shorter than those from Shanghai Pudong.

      When do trains start and finish on the Shanghai to Xiamen route?

      Trains on the Shanghai to Xiamen route start at 06:20 and the last departure is at 15:13. The route includes departures from Shanghai South and Shanghai Hongqiao, with arrivals at Xiamen North or Xiamen depending on the service.

      How much do flights from Shanghai to Xiamen cost?

      Flight prices on the Shanghai to Xiamen route range from 276 CNY to 1784 CNY. The fare depends on the departure airport, timing, and ticket availability. Shanghai Hongqiao to Xiamen Airport is usually the shorter flight pair.

      How much do train tickets cost from Shanghai to Xiamen?

      Train tickets on the Shanghai to Xiamen route cost between 517 CNY and 686 CNY. Services depart from Shanghai South or Shanghai Hongqiao and arrive at Xiamen North or Xiamen. The exact price depends on the train and seat type.

      How do the flight options differ on Shanghai to Xiamen?

      Flights on the Shanghai to Xiamen route use two departure airports. Shanghai Pudong to Xiamen Airport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes, while Shanghai Hongqiao to Xiamen Airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes.

      How do the train options differ on Shanghai to Xiamen?

      Train options on the Shanghai to Xiamen route vary by departure and arrival station. Shanghai South to Xiamen North takes about 5 hours 7 minutes to 8 hours, while Shanghai Hongqiao to Xiamen North takes about 5 hours 3 minutes to 8 hours 24 minutes.

      Can I book Shanghai to Xiamen tickets online, and where should I look?

      Yes, tickets for the Shanghai to Xiamen route can be booked online. For reservations, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. It lists the available flight, train, and combined services with their current prices and schedules.

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