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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Jintan is to bus which costs ¥120 - ¥180 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Jintan is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs ¥200 - ¥300.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai and Jintan?

No, there is no direct bus from Shanghai to Jintan. However, there are services departing from Shanghai General and arriving at Taizhou via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Jintan?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai station to Jintan. However, there are services departing from Shanghai station and arriving at Taizhou via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Jintan?

The distance between Shanghai and Jintan is 278 km. The road distance is 244.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai to Jintan without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs ¥140 - ¥170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Shanghai to Jintan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Jintan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Jintan train from?

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

Train or bus from Shanghai to Jintan?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Jintan is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs ¥140 - ¥170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥120 - ¥180 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Shanghai to Jintan bus arrive?

Shanghai to Jintan bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Taizhou station.

Where does the Shanghai to Jintan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shanghai to Jintan?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Jintan is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Shanghai to Jintan.

Where can I stay near Jintan?

There are 34+ hotels available in Jintan.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shanghai station to Taizhoutrain Shanghai-Nanjing 2
2h 37m
¥148–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shanghai General to Taizhoubus
3h 45m
¥125–175
Drive 244.2 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Jintancar 244.2 km
2h 33m
¥207–299
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanghai to Jintantaxi 244.2 km
2h 33m
¥700–900
Train via Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Taizhoutrain Shenzhen / ...
3h 55m
¥130–236

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Distance: 277.9 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Jintan, Jiangsu, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Shanghai station to Taizhou every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥120–135 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Shanghai General to Taizhou hourly. Tickets cost ¥90–130 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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