What is the cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Huai'an?

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Huai'an is to bus which costs ¥120 - ¥190 and takes 6h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Huai'an?

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Huai'an is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs ¥330 - ¥490.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai and Huai'an?

No, there is no direct bus from Shanghai to Huai'an. However, there are services departing from Shanghai South and arriving at Huai'an via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Huai'an?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai to Huai'an. However, there are services departing from South Shaanxi Road and arriving at Huaian East via Shanghai Hongqiao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Huai'an?

The distance between Shanghai and Huai'an is 450 km. The road distance is 396.9 km.

How do I travel from Shanghai to Huai'an without a car?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Huai'an without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs ¥220 - ¥270.

How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Huai'an?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Shanghai to Huai'an, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Huai'an bus from?

Shanghai to Huai'an bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shanghai South station.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Huai'an train from?

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

Train or bus from Shanghai to Huai'an?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Huai'an is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs ¥220 - ¥270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥120 - ¥190 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Shanghai to Huai'an bus arrive?

Shanghai to Huai'an bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Huai'an station.

Where does the Shanghai to Huai'an train arrive?

Shanghai to Huai'an train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Huaian East station.

Can I drive from Shanghai to Huai'an?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Huai'an is 397 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Shanghai to Huai'an.

Where can I stay near Huai'an?

There are 42+ hotels available in Huai'an.

Shanghai to Huai'an - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Shanghai to Huai'an by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Huaian Easttrain Huangshan North / ...
4h 16m
¥229–269
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shanghai station to Nanjingtrain Shanghai-Nanjing 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nanjing Bus Station to Huaian South Bus Stationbus
4h 25m
¥104–345
Drive 396.9 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Huai'ancar 396.9 km
4h 10m
¥336–485
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)plane PVG - NKG
2. Take the bus from Nanjing South Station to Huaian South Bus Stationbus
6h 42m
¥1,227–1,987
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Huai'anbus
6h 14m
¥124–184

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) flights

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1h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 450.4 km
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Huai'an, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Huaian East every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥180–210 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Shanghai South to Huai'an every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥120–180 and the journey takes 5h.

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