Beijing to Shanghai train with China Railway

Tue, 13 Oct
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Beijing to Shanghai

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct

Cheapest price on 13 Oct

S$34

Average ticket price on 13 Oct

S$75

Fastest journey on 13 Oct

4 h 52 m

Average journey duration on 13 Oct

12 h 34 m

Trains on 13 Oct

5

Distance

1068 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Beijing to Shanghai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Beijing to Shanghai will cost around S$75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$34.

Fast trains

On Tue, 13 Oct, we found 5 trains from Beijing to Shanghai, including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 1068 km distance in an average of 12 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .

The slowest trains will take 18 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • China Railway1461
    11:59 AM18h46
    Beijing
    6:45 AMShanghai
    S$341One-way
    0 changes
  • China RailwayT109
    8:04 PM14h58
    Beijing
    11:02 AMShanghai
    S$391One-way
    0 changes
  • China RailwayD5
    9:21 PM12h06
    Beijing
    9:27 AMShanghai
    S$741One-way
    0 changes
  • China RailwayD7
    7:18 PM12h07
    Beijing
    7:25 AMShanghai
    S$791One-way
    0 changes
  • China RailwayG5
    7:40 AM4h52
    Beijing
    12:32 PMShanghai
    S$1481One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Beijing to Shanghai

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Trains from Beijing to Shanghai run on average 39 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$120 if you book in advance.

There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 1068 km distance in 4h 18m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
1068 km
Average train duration
5h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
S$120
Trains per day
39
Direct trains
39
Fastest train
4h 18m
First train
12:15 AM
Last train
11:07 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

Beijing to Shanghai train times

The table below shows live departures for Beijing to Shanghai trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
China RailwayG57:40 AM Beijing
4h52
12:32 PM Shanghai0 changesdirect
China Railway146111:59 AM Beijing
18h46
6:45 AM Shanghai0 changesdirect
China RailwayD77:18 PM Beijing
12h07
7:25 AM Shanghai0 changesdirect
China RailwayT1098:04 PM Beijing
14h58
11:02 AM Shanghai0 changesdirect
China RailwayD59:21 PM Beijing
12h06
9:27 AM Shanghai0 changesdirect

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Train companies: China Railway from Beijing to Shanghai trainsChina Railway trains will get you between Beijing and Shanghai from S$120. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Average China Railway Duration
4h 18m
Cheapest China Railway Price
S$120
China Railway frequency
40 a day

FAQs: Beijing to Shanghai train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beijing to Shanghai by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shanghai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Beijing to Shanghai can start from as little as S$120 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Beijing to Shanghai is S$134; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Beijing to Shanghai is 4h 18m to travel the 1068 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Beijing to Shanghai leaves at 12:15 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Beijing to Shanghai leaves at 11:07 pm.
Yes, there are 39 direct trains a day from Beijing to Shanghai with China Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Beijing to Shanghai, you can count on China Railway for the best way to get you to Shanghai. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Beijing and Shanghai and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Shanghai from Beijing is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 18m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Beijing and Shanghai including taking a train and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Beijing and Shanghai

Most Beijing to Shanghai trains use the Beijing (北京西) to Shanghai Hongqiao station pair. Use this guide to compare Beijing and Shanghai train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Beijing
Arrival train stations in Shanghai
Beijing (北京西)
City-centre transport

Getting to Beijing (北京西) from Beijing city centre

TrainZhongcang, Qiaozhuang East · 16m · S$2
Subway7 · 19m · every ~34 min

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