Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao

Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao

Beijing South
Shanghai Hongqiao
Sun, Jul 7
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$87
 
 
$343

Other Options

Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao Schedule

Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
China Railway Business Class 07:45 - 13:48¥ 2,138
China Railway Second Class Seat 09:24 - 15:32¥ 651
China Railway Second Class Seat 11:27 - 17:22¥ 701
China Railway Second Class Seat 13:34 - 20:08¥ 687
China Railway Business Class 14:08 - 20:07¥ 2,138
China Railway Second Class Seat 17:33 - 23:32¥ 601
China Railway Business Class 18:04 - 22:58¥ 2,458

Transportation from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao

Facts about the transport from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao

Cheapest Transport$86
Fastest Transport2h 5m
Earliest Departure6:10 AM
Latest Departure8:30 PM
Departures per day99
Distance1209 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir China, China Eastern Airlines, China Railway, China Southern Airlines

Popular Routes

From Beijing South

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From Shanghai Hongqiao

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How to get from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao

When you want to get from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 342.87. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 86.41.

How far is Beijing South from Shanghai Hongqiao?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao. Your trip will be a total of 752 miles (1209 km). The flying distance is 690 miles (1110 km).

How long does it take to get from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao?

The travel time from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao?

The cost of the trip from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is China Railway (中国铁路): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 86.41 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 342.87.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao:

  • Plane tickets - USD 85.86 to USD 324.99;
  • Train tickets - USD 86.41 to USD 342.87;

How many trips per day are there between Beijing South and Shanghai Hongqiao?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 99 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Beijing to Shanghai. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 85.86.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Beijing to Shanghai

Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 90% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 10% users took a plane.