What is the cheapest way to get from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai?

The cheapest way to get from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai is to train and line 9 subway which costs ¥30 - ¥80 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai?

The fastest way to get from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai is to train via Shanghai South which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥85 - ¥95.

Is there a direct bus between Hangzhou Station and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct bus from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai station. However, there are services departing from Hangzhou and arriving at Shanghai South Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Hangzhou Station and Shanghai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hangzhou and arriving at Shanghai station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai?

The distance between Hangzhou Station and Shanghai is 191 km. The road distance is 172.3 km.

How do I travel from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai without a car?

The best way to get from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai without a car is to train via Shanghai South which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥85 - ¥95.

How long does it take to get from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hangzhou Station to Shanghai bus from?

Hangzhou Station to Shanghai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Hangzhou station.

Where do I catch the Hangzhou Station to Shanghai train from?

Hangzhou Station to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Hangzhou station.

Train or bus from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai?

The best way to get from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai is to train via Shanghai South which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥85 - ¥95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥70 - ¥130 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Hangzhou Station to Shanghai bus arrive?

Hangzhou Station to Shanghai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Shanghai South Bus Station.

Where does the Hangzhou Station to Shanghai train arrive?

Hangzhou Station to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Shanghai South station.

Can I drive from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Hangzhou Station to Shanghai is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Hangzhou Station to Shanghai.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 1845+ hotels available in Shanghai.

Hangzhou Station to Shanghai - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Train via Shanghai South
best
1. Take the train from Hangzhou to Shanghai Southtrain Hangzhou / ...
1h 17m
¥88–95
Train, line 9 subway
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hangzhou Station to Songjiang Stationtrain Hangzhou
2. Take the subway from Zuibachi Park to Dapuqiao Stationsubway 9
2h 57m
¥32–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hangzhou to Shanghai South Bus Stationbus
2h 50m
¥71–123
Drive 172.3 km
1. Drive from Hangzhou Station to Shanghaicar 172.3 km
1h 52m
¥147–212
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hangzhou Station to Shanghaitaxi 172.3 km
1h 52m
¥500–650
Train
1. Take the train from Hangzhou to Shanghai stationtrain Hangzhou
1h 27m
¥90–100
Train, line 10 subway
1. Take the train from Hangzhou East to Shanghai Hongqiaotrain Cangnan / ...
2. Take the subway from Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station to South Shaanxi Roadsubway 10
1h 58m
¥77–144

Hangzhou Station to Shanghai by train

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Distance: 190.8 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Hangzhou Station, China and Shanghai, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Hangzhou to Shanghai South 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥80–95 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Hangzhou to Shanghai South Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥68–110 and the journey takes 2h.

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