What is the cheapest way to get from Altay to Shanghai?

The cheapest way to get from Altay to Shanghai is to train which costs ¥440 - ¥1300 and takes 2 days 9h.

What is the fastest way to get from Altay to Shanghai?

The fastest way to get from Altay to Shanghai is to fly which takes 5h 39m and costs ¥1600 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct train between Altay and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Altay to Shanghai station. However, there are services departing from Altay and arriving at Shanghai station via Karamay and Ürümqi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

How far is it from Altay to Shanghai?

The distance between Altay and Shanghai is 3383 km. The road distance is 4111.3 km.

How do I travel from Altay to Shanghai without a car?

The best way to get from Altay to Shanghai without a car is to train which takes 2 days 9h and costs ¥440 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Altay to Shanghai?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Altay to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altay to Shanghai train from?

Altay to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways, depart from Altay station.

Train or fly from Altay to Shanghai?

The best way to get from Altay to Shanghai is to fly which takes 5h 39m and costs ¥1600 - ¥7500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥440 - ¥1300 and takes 2 days 9h.

What is the time difference between Altay and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 2h ahead of Altay. It is currently 9:57 AM in Altay and 11:57 AM in Shanghai.

Where does the Altay to Shanghai train arrive?

Altay to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways, arrive at Karamay station.

Can I drive from Altay to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Altay to Shanghai is 4111 km. It takes approximately 45h 6m to drive from Altay to Shanghai.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 1901+ hotels available in Shanghai.

Altay to Shanghai - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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Fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
best
1. Fly from Altay Airport (AAT) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)plane AAT - SHA
5h 39m
¥1,635–7,041
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Altay to Karamaytrain
2. Take the train from Karamay to Ürümqitrain
3. Take the train from Ürümqi to Shanghai stationtrain
2d 9h
¥447–1,253
Drive 4,111.3 km
1. Drive from Altay to Shanghaicar 4,111.3 km
45h 6m
¥3,475–5,019
Fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport
1. Fly from Altay Airport (AAT) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)plane AAT - PVG
6h 15m
¥4,685–6,591
Fly to Sunan Shuofang International Airport, train
1. Fly from Altay Airport (AAT) to Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)plane AAT - WUX
2. Take the train from Wuxi to Shanghai stationtrain
9h 26m
¥2,157–5,622

Altay Airport (AAT) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) flights

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7h 31mAverage Duration

¥1,638Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,383 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

China Eastern Airlines, Zhejiang Loong Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Altay Airport (AAT) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Altay to Shanghai station via Altay, Karamay, and Ürümqi in around 2d 9h.

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