What is the cheapest way to get from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai?

The cheapest way to get from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai is to bus which costs ¥90 - ¥130 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai?

The fastest way to get from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs ¥170 - ¥260.

Is there a direct bus between Ningbo (Station) and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct bus from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Ningbo and arriving at Shanghai South via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Ningbo (Station) and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Ningbo and arriving at South Shaanxi Road via Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai?

The distance between Ningbo (Station) and Shanghai is 327 km. The road distance is 209.3 km.

How do I travel from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai without a car?

The best way to get from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai without a car is to train via Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥110 - ¥240.

How long does it take to get from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai bus from?

Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Ningbo station.

Where do I catch the Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai train from?

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

Train or bus from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai?

The best way to get from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai is to train via Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥110 - ¥240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥90 - ¥130 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai bus arrive?

Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Shanghai South station.

Where does the Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai train arrive?

Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao station.

Can I drive from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 1842+ hotels available in Shanghai.

Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station
best
1. Take the train from Ningbo to Shanghai Hongqiaotrain Cangnan / ...
2h 26m
¥119–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ningbo to Shanghai Southbus
3h 38m
¥92–128
Drive 209.3 km
1. Drive from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghaicar 209.3 km
2h 16m
¥178–257
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ningbo (Station) to Shanghaitaxi 209.3 km
2h 16m
¥600–800
Train
1. Take the train from Ningbo to Shanghai Southtrain Shenzhen North / ...
2h 56m
¥123–251

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Distance: 327.1 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Ningbo (Station), China and Shanghai, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Ningbo to Shanghai Hongqiao hourly. Tickets cost ¥140–160 and the journey takes 1h 57m. China Railways D-Class also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Ningbo to Shanghai South every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥85–120 and the journey takes 3h.

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