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

The cheapest way to get from Pyongyang to Shanghai is to fly which costs ¥650 - ¥2000 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pyongyang to Shanghai is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs ¥900 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct train between Pyongyang and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Pyongyang to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Pyongyang and arriving at South Shaanxi Road via Dandong and Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 18m.

How far is it from Pyongyang to Shanghai?

The distance between Pyongyang and Shanghai is 1016 km.

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

The best way to get from Pyongyang to Shanghai without a car is to train which takes 20h 18m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Pyongyang to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pyongyang to Shanghai train from?

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

Train or fly from Pyongyang to Shanghai?

The best way to get from Pyongyang to Shanghai is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs ¥900 - ¥3000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1700 - ¥2100 and takes 20h 18m.

What is the time difference between Pyongyang and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 1h behind Pyongyang. It is currently 4:36 AM in Pyongyang and 3:36 AM in Shanghai.

Where does the Pyongyang to Shanghai train arrive?

Pyongyang to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways, arrive at Dandong station.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 1900+ hotels available in Shanghai.

Pyongyang to Shanghai - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Pyongyang to Shanghai by plane, train, or bus

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Fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
best
1. Fly from Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)plane FNJ - SHA
6h 46m
¥925–2,960
Fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)plane FNJ - PVG
7h 27m
¥696–1,920
Train
1. Take the train from Pyongyang to Dandongtrain Pyongyang
2. Take the train from Dandong to Shanghai Hongqiaotrain Dandong
20h 18m
¥1,794–2,024
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pyongyang to Dandongtrain
2. Take the bus from Dandong to Dalian Southbus
3. Take the bus from Jianshejie Terminal to Shanghai Hutie Terminalbus
31h 43m
¥1,419–1,719

Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) flights

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5h 50mAverage Duration

¥919Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,016.3 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Pyongyang, North Korea and Shanghai, China?

Air China and Air Koryo fly from Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pyongyang to South Shaanxi Road via Dandong, Shanghai Hongqiao, and Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station in around 20h 18m.

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