What is the cheapest way to get from Sanghai to Beijing?

The cheapest way to get from Sanghai to Beijing is to train via Tianjin which costs ¥150 - ¥260 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sanghai to Beijing?

The fastest way to get from Sanghai to Beijing is to train via Jinan which takes 3h 44m and costs ¥290 - ¥330.

Is there a direct bus between Sanghai and Beijing?

No, there is no direct bus from Sanghai to Beijing. However, there are services departing from Dong’e and arriving at Beijing Yongdingmen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Sanghai and Beijing?

No, there is no direct train from Sanghai to Beijing. However, there are services departing from Liaocheng West and arriving at Beijing South via Jinan West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Sanghai to Beijing?

The distance between Sanghai and Beijing is 561 km. The road distance is 430.4 km.

How do I travel from Sanghai to Beijing without a car?

The best way to get from Sanghai to Beijing without a car is to train via Jinan which takes 3h 44m and costs ¥290 - ¥330.

How long does it take to get from Sanghai to Beijing?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Sanghai to Beijing, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sanghai to Beijing bus from?

Sanghai to Beijing bus services, operated by Qichezhan, depart from Dong’e station.

Where do I catch the Sanghai to Beijing train from?

Sanghai to Beijing train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Liaocheng West station.

Train or bus from Sanghai to Beijing?

The best way to get from Sanghai to Beijing is to train via Jinan which takes 3h 44m and costs ¥290 - ¥330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥200 - ¥220 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Sanghai to Beijing bus arrive?

Sanghai to Beijing bus services, operated by Qichezhan, arrive at Beijing Yongdingmen station.

Where does the Sanghai to Beijing train arrive?

Sanghai to Beijing train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Ji'nan West station.

Can I drive from Sanghai to Beijing?

Yes, the driving distance between Sanghai to Beijing is 430 km. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Sanghai to Beijing.

Where can I stay near Beijing?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Beijing.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sanghai to Beijing by train, bus, or car

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Train via Jinan
best
1. Take the train from Liaocheng West to Ji'nan Westtrain Guangzhou
2. Take the train from Jinan West to Beijing Southtrain Qingdao / ...
3h 44m
¥291–327
Train via Tianjin
cheapest
1. Take the train from Liaocheng to Tianjin Stationtrain Haikou
2. Take the train from Wuqing Station to Beijing Southtrain Tianjin / ...
7h 22m
¥151–251
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dong’e to Beijing Yongdingmenbus
6h 35m
¥201–213
Drive 430.4 km
1. Drive from Sanghai to Beijingcar 430.4 km
4h 39m
¥363–525
Train
1. Take the train from Liaocheng to Beijing Fengtaitrain Xiamen North / ...
4h 40m
¥181–359

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Distance: 560.8 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Sanghai, China and Beijing, China?

You can take a vehicle from Sanghai to Beijing South via Liaocheng West and Jinan West in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, Qichezhan operates a bus from Dong’e to Beijing Yongdingmen twice daily. Tickets cost ¥141 and the journey takes 6h.

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