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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Handan is to train via Zhengzhou which costs ¥170 - ¥400 and takes 14h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Handan is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Handan?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai to Handan. However, there are services departing from South Shaanxi Road and arriving at Handan East via Shanghai Hongqiao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Handan?

The distance between Shanghai and Handan is 960 km. The road distance is 1018.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai to Handan without a car is to train which takes 7h 51m and costs ¥500 - ¥600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Shanghai to Handan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Handan train from?

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

Train or fly from Shanghai to Handan?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Handan is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥500 - ¥600 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Shanghai to Handan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shanghai to Handan?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Handan is 1019 km. It takes approximately 10h 16m to drive from Shanghai to Handan.

Where can I stay near Handan?

There are 11+ hotels available in Handan.

Shanghai to Handan - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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Fly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Handan
best
1. Fly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Handan (HDG)plane PVG - HDG
4h 9m
¥1,239–1,349
Train via Zhengzhou
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shanghai station to Zhengzhoutrain
2. Take the train from Zhengzhou to Jiaozuotrain
3. Take the train from Jiaozuo to Handantrain
14h 53m
¥173–397
Train
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Handan Easttrain Shanghai Hongqiao
7h 51m
¥543–598
Drive 1,018.5 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Handancar 1,018.5 km
10h 16m
¥856–1,237
Fly Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport, train
1. Fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO)plane SHA - CGO
2. Take the train from Zhengzhou East to Handan Easttrain
6h 12m
¥1,243–2,163

Shanghai to Handan by train

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14h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 960.1 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Handan, China?

China Eastern Airlines flies from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Handan (HDG) once daily. Alternatively, China Railways G-Class operates a train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Handan East twice daily. Tickets cost ¥520–570 and the journey takes 6h 18m.

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