What is the cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake is to bus which costs ¥95 - ¥140 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake?

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥190 - ¥280.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai and Dongqian Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake. However, there are services departing from Shanghai South and arriving at Ningbo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Dongqian Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake. However, there are services departing from South Shaanxi Road and arriving at Dongqian Lake via Shanghai Hongqiao and Ningbo station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake?

The distance between Shanghai and Dongqian Lake is 344 km. The road distance is 225.9 km.

How do I travel from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥110 - ¥250.

How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Dongqian Lake bus from?

Shanghai to Dongqian Lake bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shanghai South station.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Dongqian Lake train from?

Shanghai to Dongqian Lake train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Shanghai Hongqiao station.

Train or bus from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥110 - ¥250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥95 - ¥140 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Shanghai to Dongqian Lake bus arrive?

Shanghai to Dongqian Lake bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Ningbo station.

Where does the Shanghai to Dongqian Lake train arrive?

Shanghai to Dongqian Lake train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Ningbo station.

Can I drive from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Dongqian Lake is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake.

Where can I stay near Dongqian Lake?

There are 120+ hotels available in Dongqian Lake.

Shanghai to Dongqian Lake - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Shanghai to Dongqian Lake by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Ningbotrain Cangnan / ...
3h 21m
¥118–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Ningbobus
4h 10m
¥96–134
Drive 225.9 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Dongqian Lakecar 225.9 km
2h 26m
¥192–278
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanghai to Dongqian Laketaxi 225.9 km
2h 26m
¥650–850
Bus via Yuyao
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Yuyaobus
2. Take the bus from Yuyao to Ningbo Southbus
5h
¥106–196

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Distance: 343.7 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Dongqian Lake, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Ningbo 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 Shanghai South to Ningbo every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥85–120 and the journey takes 3h.

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