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Beijing - Shanghai High Speed Train

The high speed trains running between Beijing and Shanghai are world's fastest, with a top speed of 350 km/h (217 mph).

About 44 high speed G trains from Beijing to Shanghai and 42 from Shanghai to Beijing finish the 1,318 km's (819 mi) distance in 4.5 - 6.5 hours daily, mainly between Beijing South Railway Station and Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station. A second class seat ticket costs CNY 553 - 671 (USD 78 - 95).

There are also three pairs of D trains running overnight with a duration of about 12 hours.

Beijing to Shanghai Train Schedule

(Last Update on Oct 30, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G107	07:25 - 13:12	5h47m
G7	10:00 - 14:35	4h35m
G11	12:00 - 16:38	4h38m
G153	16:30 - 22:27	5h57m
G27	19:00 - 23:29	4h29m

About 44 G types in total: departure time from 06:20 to 19:00; duration from 4H18M to 6H34M.

(Last Update on Oct 30, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
D7	19:22 - 07:25+	12h3m
D9	19:36 - 07:46+	12h10m
D5	21:21 - 09:27+	12h6m

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Shanghai to Beijing Train Timetable

(Last Update on Oct 30, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G6	08:00 - 12:24	4h24m
G10	10:00 - 14:26	4h26m
G130	12:16 - 18:21	6h5m
G150	16:04 - 21:56	5h52m
G28	19:00 - 23:18	4h18m

About 42 G types in total: departure time from 06:27 to 19:00; duration from 4H18M and 6H45M.

(Last Update on Oct 30, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
D8	19:08 - 07:00+	11h52m
D6	21:15 - 09:26+	12h11m
D10	21:21 - 09:24+	12h3m

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Notes:
1. "+"means the second day;
2. The timetable above is for reference only. Please use the search tool on the top of this page for real-time schedule.

Map of Beijing-Shanghai High
Speed Railway (Click to enlarge)

Second-Class
Passenger Cabin

Price of Train Tickets on Beijing - Shanghai High Speed Trains

(Last Update on Oct 30, 2024)

	Business Class Seat	First Class Seat	Second Class Seat	Soft Sleeper
	Business Class Seat	First Class Seat	Second Class Seat	Soft Sleeper
G trains	CNY 1,748 - 2,344 USD 248 - 332	CNY 930 - 1,073 USD 132 - 152	CNY 553 - 671 USD 78 - 95
D trains			CNY 293 - 316 USD 42 - 45	CNY 627 - 777 USD 88 - 110

Notes:
1. New type soft sleepers are double-deck berths arranged lengthwise along the two sides of the aisle; traditional type soft sleepers are also double-deck berths, but arranged on two sides of a private cabin.
2. The schedule and ticket fare of the overnight high speed D trains may change on different dates.

How to go to Beijing South Station

Take Metro Lines 4 and 14 which directly connect to the -1F of the station building. The airport shuttle bus line 2 allows passengers to transfer between Capital Airport and the station. A taxi to the station costs about CNY 120 from Capital Airport and CNY 25 from the city center area around the Tiananmen Square.

How to go to Shanghai Hongqiao Station

Take subway line 2, line 10 and line 17 to reach the station, which is located next to Hongqiao Airport. A taxi takes 1.5 hours and costs CNY 230 from Pudong Airport to the station, while 45 minutes and CNY 70 from the downtown area near People's Square.

A Dining Cabin

High-Speed Electric Multiple Units Train (G-Train)

High Speed Locomotive

Beijing - Shanghai Overnight Sleeper Trains

There are two types of them, the high speed D type and the normal type.

The overnight D trains are well-equipped, comfortable, fast and safe, and are especially recommended for travelers with limited time, as you travel at night and leave more time for sightseeing in daytime. If you plan a day trip to visit the Great Wall, they are probably the best choices.

The normal type takes a longer time, about 16 - 22.5 hours but costs less, hence they are popular among budget travelers. If you are going to travel by it, it is better to book a ticket in advance, especially the sleeper ticket, as they are in great demand most time.

Which Train to Take Between Beijing and Shanghai?

How far from Beijing to Shanghai? The high speed railway measures 1,318 km (819 miles). You can travel between the two cities by the daytime G trains, taking 4.5 hours or the overnight sleeper.

If you would like to travel in the daytime to enjoy the great view on the way, we recommend the G type Beijing - Shanghai high speed trains, as they are fast and comfortable. What's more, the Beijing South and Shanghai Hongqiao stations are well equipped like airports, and it is easy for you to find the right boarding gate and platform. The seats and facilities in the carriages are clean and modern. Last but not least, they are punctual.

If you want to save the time in the daytime, travel overnight. The four-bunk soft sleeper cabin is clean, comfortable and private. After a good sleep, you can reach your destination. The hard sleeper bunks are also comfortable and they are good choices if you travel on a budget.

Just remember that the daytime Beijing - Shanghai bullet trains run between Beijing South and Shanghai Hongqiao stations. The overnight D ones travel between Beijing Railway Station/Beijing South and Shanghai Railway Station/Hongqiao Railway Station. T109/T110 and 1461/1462 run between Beijing Railway Station and Shanghai Railway Station.

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- Last updated on Nov. 01, 2024 by Grace Yang -

Questions & Answers on Beijing - Shanghai High Speed Train

Asked by Ckeong from MALAYSIA | Sep. 05, 2024 20:53

G train for Beijing to Shanghai question

G train for Beijing to Shanghai question
1. how many stops (stations) inbetween ?
2. no matter which stations you start or stop, all same price ?
Thanks

Answers (1)

Answered by Emily | Sep. 08, 2024 18:34

1. The number of stops vary for different trains, from 5-12 stops.
2. No. Generally, the longer distance you ride, the higher the price. Also, the G train ticket is higher than that of the D train and C train.

For the detailed stop numbers and ticket price, you can check here: https://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/

Asked by Andre from INDONESIA | Jul. 31, 2024 08:32

Baggage limit and infant tickets

Hi,

Is there baggage limit per person for train from Beijing to Shanghai? I plan to travel for 3 adults and 2 infants under 2 years old, do I need to purchase infant tickets ?

Thank you

Answers (1)

Answered by Marcy | Jul. 31, 2024 23:07

Baggage limit for high speed train:
Weight: max. 20kg for an adult and 10kg for a child
Size: max.130cm or 51in (length+width+height)
Your two infants enjoy free tickets. But they cannot take a seat. If you want them to have their own seats, you need to buy them children tickets.

Asked by Joaquin from USA | May. 23, 2024 23:52

Qufu East

Is the station at Qufu East still active? If so, does this station remain the closest to Jining?

Answers (1)

Answered by Marcy | May. 26, 2024 17:58

Yes, it's in service. Jining has its own high speed train station, but Qufu East is still very close to Jining, only 20 minutes by high speed train.

Asked by Nancy Leung from HONG KONG | Mar. 09, 2024 21:42

Change train time

I have a 3pm ticket for Shanghai to Beijing on high speed rail. Can I change the ticket for the 2pm train online? Thanks.

Answers (1)

Answered by Rita | Mar. 11, 2024 02:23

Yes, as long as you have not collected the paper ticket and there are tickets left for the 2pm train, you can change it. But there may be a certain amount of service fee.