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Trip Overview

The average train between Shanghai Central and Suzhou takes 35 min and the fastest train takes 27 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Shanghai Central to Suzhou. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

35 min
Duration
84 km
Distance
¥50
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Shanghai Central to Suzhou train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Shanghai Central and Suzhou. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shanghai Central is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Suzhou at 10:17 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 35 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 29 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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    train train 34 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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    train train 34 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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    train train 34 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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    train train 34 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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    train train 34 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 34 min • Direct
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    train train 35 min • Direct
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    train train 27 min • Direct
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    train train 34 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Shanghai Central to Suzhou? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Shanghai Central to Suzhou.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 84 km
  • Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Shanghai Central, China and Suzhou, Jiangsu, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Shanghai station to Suzhou every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥41–45 and the journey takes 27 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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