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Shenzhen to Shanghai

      All schedules, travel times and fares for the train route between Shenzhen and Shanghai are gathered on this page.

      Travel options for Shenzhen to Shanghai

      Get from Shenzhen to Shanghai quickly and affordably with train for 372 CN¥, covering the journey in only 7h y 14 minutes.

      Train from Shenzhen to Shanghai

      Travel from Shenzhen to Shanghai by train, boarding at Shenzhen North or Shenzhen and arriving at multiple stations, including Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai South, Shanghai and others. Trains run several times daily, the journey typically takes about 7 hours 14 minutes, and tickets are 372 CN¥. Secure your seat here.

      Prices: 372 CN¥

      Duration: 7h 14m – 16h 45m ⏱

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      Distance Shenzhen to Shanghai

      The distance between Shenzhen and Shanghai is 1213.2 kilometers.

      Shenzhen to Shanghai Transportation Comparison

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

      Train
      Average price
      874 CN¥
      Cheapest price
      372 CN¥
      Average duration
      10h 29m
      Minimum duration
      7h 14m
      Number of departures
      15
      Tickets

      Train Routes & Schedules from Shenzhen to Shanghai

      - Leave Shenzhen North by train and travel for about 7h 14m to 11h 47m until you reach Shanghai Hongqiao. Ticket prices begin at 789 to 1,073 CN¥, with departures from 06:59 until 20:26.
      - Shanghai South can be reached from Shenzhen North with a train ride lasting about 7h 17m to 11h 18m. Rail services run from 10:30 until 15:10, and fares start at 798 to 973 CN¥.
      - Catch a train at Shenzhen North, with a trip lasting roughly 9h 59m. You’ll arrive at Shanghai. Tickets begin from 984 CN¥, and rail services run at 13:00.
      - From the station at Shenzhen, trains depart toward Shanghai South, with journeys taking around 16h 45m. Rail services run at 20:00, and tickets start at 372 CN¥.
      - From Shenzhen, you can take a train to Shanghai Hongqiao, traveling for about 9h 47m. Services run at 06:35 with fares starting at 1,055 CN¥.

      Departure stations
      Shenzhen North
      Shenzhen
      Arrival stations
      Shanghai Hongqiao
      Shanghai South
      Shanghai

      Train Timetable: Shenzhen → Shanghai Hongqiao

      • 06:35 16:22 9h 47m 1055 CN¥

      Train Timetable: Shenzhen → Shanghai South

      • 20:00 12:45 16h 45m 372 CN¥

      Train Timetable: Shenzhen North → Shanghai

      • 13:00 22:59 9h 59m 984 CN¥

      Train Timetable: Shenzhen North → Shanghai Hongqiao

      • 06:59 18:44 11h 45m 820 CN¥
      • 07:21 14:35 7h 14m 1013 CN¥
      • 08:15 19:08 10h 53m 862 CN¥
      • 08:55 20:42 11h 47m 789 CN¥
      • 09:32 21:16 11h 44m 837 CN¥
      • 11:57 19:43 7h 46m 1013 CN¥
      • 14:27 22:42 8h 15m 1073 CN¥
      • 20:26 06:58 10h 32m 885 CN¥

      Train Timetable: Shenzhen North → Shanghai South

      • 10:30 21:48 11h 18m 828 CN¥
      • 11:13 22:26 11h 13m 813 CN¥
      • 11:52 22:53 11h 1m 798 CN¥
      • 15:10 22:27 7h 17m 973 CN¥

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      Frequently Asked Questions Shenzhen to Shanghai

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

      How long does the Shenzhen to Shanghai trip usually take?

      By train, the Shenzhen to Shanghai trip takes about 7 hours 14 minutes to 16 hours 45 minutes, depending on the service and station pair. The wide range comes from different train types and whether the train stops at Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai South, or Shanghai.

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

      The cheapest listed option is the train, with fares starting at 372 CNY. Prices can rise to 1,073 CNY depending on the specific service, departure station, and arrival station on the Shenzhen to Shanghai route.

      What is the fastest option for Shenzhen to Shanghai?

      The fastest listed train service takes about 7 hours 14 minutes from Shenzhen North to Shanghai Hongqiao. Other train combinations are slower, including services that take around 9 hours 47 minutes or longer on the Shenzhen to Shanghai route.

      Where do trains leave from and arrive in on the Shenzhen to Shanghai route?

      Trains depart from Shenzhen North or Shenzhen. They arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai South, or Shanghai. The exact station depends on the service, so the Shenzhen to Shanghai route has several station combinations.

      How many train departures are there from Shenzhen to Shanghai each day?

      There are 15 train trips listed for Shenzhen to Shanghai. That gives travelers several departure choices across the day, rather than a single fixed service.

      What are the first and last train departures from Shenzhen to Shanghai?

      The first listed train departs at 06:35, and the last listed train departs at 20:26. These times apply to the Shenzhen to Shanghai route overall, while the exact station pair may vary by service.

      Why does travel time vary so much on Shenzhen to Shanghai trains?

      Travel time varies because different train services use different station pairs and stopping patterns. For example, Shenzhen North to Shanghai Hongqiao can take about 7 hours 14 minutes to 11 hours 47 minutes, while Shenzhen to Shanghai South is listed at about 16 hours 45 minutes.

      Which Shenzhen to Shanghai train station pair is the quickest?

      The quickest listed pair is Shenzhen North to Shanghai Hongqiao, with trips as short as about 7 hours 14 minutes. Shenzhen North to Shanghai South is also relatively fast, at about 7 hours 17 minutes to 11 hours 18 minutes.

      How much does the Shenzhen to Shanghai train cost overall?

      Train fares on the Shenzhen to Shanghai route range from 372 CNY to 1,073 CNY. The final price depends on the specific train and the departure and arrival stations used.

      Are there direct train options on the Shenzhen to Shanghai route?

      Yes, the listed train services are direct between Shenzhen and Shanghai stations. The available combinations include Shenzhen North to Shanghai Hongqiao, Shenzhen North to Shanghai South, Shenzhen North to Shanghai, Shenzhen to Shanghai South, and Shenzhen to Shanghai Hongqiao.

      If I want to book Shenzhen to Shanghai tickets, where should I look?

      For Shenzhen to Shanghai reservations, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference provided for this route. It is the place to check the listed train options, fares, and station combinations before traveling.

      Which Shenzhen to Shanghai train route is the slowest listed option?

      The slowest listed option is Shenzhen to Shanghai South, which takes about 16 hours 45 minutes. Another long service is Shenzhen North to Shanghai Hongqiao at up to about 11 hours 47 minutes, so the route includes both faster and much slower trains.

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