What is the cheapest way to get from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai?

The cheapest way to get from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai is to subway which costs ¥6 - ¥8 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai?

The fastest way to get from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai is to Maglev and line 2 subway which takes 30 min and costs ¥55.

Is there a direct bus between Pudong International Airport and Shanghai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport T2 and arriving at Jingan Temple Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Pudong International Airport and Shanghai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pudong International Airport and arriving at West Nanjing Road. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai?

The distance between Pudong International Airport and Shanghai is 37 km. The road distance is 43.1 km.

How do I travel from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai without a car?

The best way to get from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai without a car is to Maglev and line 2 subway which takes 30 min and costs ¥55.

How long does it take to get from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai?

It takes approximately 30 min to get from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pudong International Airport to Shanghai bus from?

Pudong International Airport to Shanghai bus services, operated by Shanghai Airport Authority, depart from Shanghai Pudong Airport T2 station.

Where do I catch the Pudong International Airport to Shanghai train from?

Pudong International Airport to Shanghai train services, operated by Shanghai Maglev Transportation (SMT), depart from Pudong International Airport station.

Where does the Pudong International Airport to Shanghai bus arrive?

Pudong International Airport to Shanghai bus services, operated by Shanghai Airport Authority, arrive at Jingan Temple Station.

Where does the Pudong International Airport to Shanghai train arrive?

Pudong International Airport to Shanghai train services, operated by Shanghai Maglev Transportation (SMT), arrive at Longyang Road station.

Can I drive from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Pudong International Airport to Shanghai is 43 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 1882+ hotels available in Shanghai.

Pudong International Airport to Shanghai - 6 ways to travel via Maglev

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There are 6 ways to get from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai by train, subway, bus, night bus, car, or taxi

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Maglev, line 2 subway
best
1. Take the train from Pudong International Airport to Longyang Roadtrain
2. Take the subway from Longyang Road to West Nanjing Roadsubway 2
30 min
¥55
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Pudong International Airport to West Nanjing Roadsubway 2
1h 7m
¥7–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shanghai Pudong Airport T2 to Jingan Temple Stationbus 2
1h 9m
¥21–40
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Shanghai Pudong Airport T1 to East Yan’an Rdnightbus Night Bus
1h 8m
¥24–45
Drive 43.1 km
1. Drive from Pudong International Airport to Shanghaicar 43.1 km
33 min
¥37–53
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pudong International Airport to Shanghaitaxi 43.1 km
33 min
¥140–170

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Distance: 36.6 km
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Pudong International Airport, China and Shanghai, China?

Shanghai Airport Authority operates a bus from Shanghai Pudong Airport T2 to Jingan Temple Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥21–40 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, Shanghai Metro operates a subway from Pudong International Airport to West Nanjing Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥7–8 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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