- Distance: 2,397.1 km
- Duration: 16h 54m
The train between Shanghai and Xining takes 16h 54m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Shanghai to Xining. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run on demand between Shanghai and Xining. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 16h 54m.
Want to know about travelling from Shanghai to Xining? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Shanghai to Xining. However, there are services departing from Shanghai Hongqiao station and arriving at Xining station via Hangzhou East station and Lanzhou West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 54m.
Shanghai to Xining train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Shanghai Hongqiao station.
Shanghai to Xining train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Xining station.
The distance between Shanghai and Xining is 1910.3 km. The road distance is 2164 km.
You can take a subway from South Shaanxi Road to Xining via Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station, Shanghai Hongqiao, Hangzhou East, and Lanzhou West in around 16h 54m.
