Shanghai to Hangzhou train with China Railway

Fri, 18 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Shanghai to Hangzhou

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

15€

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

29€

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 25 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

2 h 34 m

Trains on 18 Sept

5

Distance

161 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Shanghai to Hangzhou will cost around 29€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 15€.

Fast trains

On Fri, 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Shanghai to Hangzhou, including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 55 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 RailwayG7301
    2:27 PM1h29
    Shanghai
    3:56 PMHangzhou
    15 €1One-way
    0 changes
  • China RailwayG7357
    8:00 AM1h36
    Shanghai
    9:36 AMHangzhou
    15 €1One-way
    0 changes
  • China RailwayG7319
    9:35 AM1h25
    Shanghai
    11:00 AMHangzhou
    15 €1One-way
    0 changes
  • China RailwayD913
    7:39 PM1h25
    Shanghai
    9:04 PMHangzhou
    21 €1One-way
    0 changes
  • China RailwayG8388
    10:27 AM6h55
    Shanghai
    5:22 PMHangzhou
    78 €1One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and train for Shanghai to Hangzhou

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Shanghai to Hangzhou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of 12€ For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 12€, while a flight costs an average of 416€.

Distance: 161 km

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Train
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Flight

12€

Average Price

Cheapest

416€

Average Price

1h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 11m

Average total duration

8h 11m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Shanghai and Hangzhou including taking a flight and train.

Live departures

Shanghai to Hangzhou train times

The table below shows live departures for Shanghai to Hangzhou trains for tomorrow, Friday, 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
China RailwayG73578:00 AM Shanghai
1h36
9:36 AM Hangzhou0 changesdirect
China RailwayG73199:35 AM Shanghai
1h25
11:00 AM Hangzhou0 changesdirect
China RailwayG838810:27 AM Shanghai
6h55
5:22 PM Hangzhou0 changesdirect
China RailwayG73012:27 PM Shanghai
1h29
3:56 PM Hangzhou0 changesdirect
China RailwayD9137:39 PM Shanghai
1h25
9:04 PM Hangzhou0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Shanghai to Hangzhou

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Trains from Shanghai to Hangzhou run on average 93 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 7€ if you book in advance.

There are 93 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:00, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 41m.

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
161 km
Average train duration
57m
Cheapest ticket price
7€
Trains per day
93
Direct trains
93
Fastest train
41m
First train
12:00 PM
Last train
10:27 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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

Train companies: China Railway from Shanghai to Hangzhou trainsChina Railway trains will get you between Shanghai and Hangzhou from 7€. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

China Railway

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average China Railway Duration
41m
Cheapest China Railway Price
7€
China Railway frequency
112 a day

FAQs: Shanghai to Hangzhou train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shanghai to Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Shanghai to Hangzhou can start from as little as 7€ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Shanghai to Hangzhou is 12€; 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 Shanghai to Hangzhou is 41m to travel the 161 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 Shanghai to Hangzhou leaves at 12:00 pm. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Shanghai to Hangzhou leaves at 10:27 pm.
Yes, there are 93 direct trains a day from Shanghai to Hangzhou with China Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Shanghai to Hangzhou, you can count on China Railway for the best way to get you to Hangzhou. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Shanghai and Hangzhou and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Hangzhou from Shanghai is worth doing with a journey time of 41m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Shanghai to Hangzhou is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Shanghai and Hangzhou including taking a flight and train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Shanghai and Hangzhou

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

Departure train stations in Shanghai
Arrival train stations in Hangzhou
Shanghai Hongqiao

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