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Trip Overview

The average train between Shanghai and Nanjin takes 21h 9m and the fastest train takes 11h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Shanghai to Nanjin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

21h 9m
Duration
1,700 km
Distance
¥883
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Shanghai to Nanjin train times

Trains run twice daily between Shanghai and Nanjin. The earliest departure is at 8:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shanghai is at 9:30 AM which arrives into Nanjin at 5:23 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 21h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class11h 58m • 1 change
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    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class31h 53m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class11h 58m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class31h 53m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class11h 58m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class31h 53m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class11h 58m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class31h 53m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class11h 58m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class31h 53m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    China Railways D-ClassChina Railways D-Class11h 58m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Shanghai to Nanjin? 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 to Nanjin.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,699.8 km
  • Duration: 21h 9m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Nanjin, China?

You can take a train from Shanghai station to Hechuan via Chongqing North in around 11h 57m.

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