What is the cheapest way to get from Shanghai Central to Suzhou?

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai Central to Suzhou is to train which costs ¥19 - ¥80 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shanghai Central to Suzhou?

The fastest way to get from Shanghai Central to Suzhou is to train which takes 27 min and costs ¥19 - ¥80.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai Central and Suzhou?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shanghai General and arriving at Jiangsu Suzhou. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai Central and Suzhou?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shanghai station station and arriving at Suzhou. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Shanghai Central to Suzhou?

The distance between Shanghai Central and Suzhou is 84 km. The road distance is 90.6 km.

How do I travel from Shanghai Central to Suzhou without a car?

The best way to get from Shanghai Central to Suzhou without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs ¥19 - ¥80.

How long does it take to get from Shanghai Central to Suzhou?

The train from Shanghai station to Suzhou takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shanghai Central to Suzhou bus from?

Shanghai Central to Suzhou bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shanghai General station.

Where do I catch the Shanghai Central to Suzhou train from?

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

Train or bus from Shanghai Central to Suzhou?

The best way to get from Shanghai Central to Suzhou is to train which takes 27 min and costs ¥19 - ¥80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥35 - ¥85 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Shanghai Central to Suzhou bus arrive?

Shanghai Central to Suzhou bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Jiangsu Suzhou station.

Where does the Shanghai Central to Suzhou train arrive?

Shanghai Central to Suzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Suzhou station.

Can I drive from Shanghai Central to Suzhou?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai Central to Suzhou is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Shanghai Central to Suzhou.

Where can I stay near Suzhou?

There are 329+ hotels available in Suzhou.

Shanghai Central to Suzhou - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shanghai Central to Suzhou by train, bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Shanghai station to Suzhoutrain Shanghai-Nanjing 1 / ...
27 min
¥19–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shanghai General to Jiangsu Suzhoubus SHsuzhou
1h 40m
¥38–85
Drive 90.6 km
1. Drive from Shanghai Central to Suzhoucar 90.6 km
1h 5m
¥77–110
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanghai Central to Suzhoutaxi 90.6 km
1h 5m
¥280–340

Shanghai Central to Suzhou by train

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Distance: 84 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Shanghai Central, China and Suzhou, Jiangsu, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Shanghai station to Suzhou every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥41–45 and the journey takes 27 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Shanghai General to Jiangsu Suzhou hourly. Tickets cost ¥38–85 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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