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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo is to bus which costs ¥85 - ¥130 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs ¥170 - ¥260.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai and Ningbo?

No, there is no direct bus from Shanghai to Ningbo. However, there are services departing from Shanghai South and arriving at Ningbo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Ningbo?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai to Ningbo. However, there are services departing from South Shaanxi Road and arriving at Ningbo via Shanghai Hongqiao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Ningbo?

The distance between Shanghai and Ningbo is 327 km. The road distance is 209.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs ¥110 - ¥250.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Shanghai to Ningbo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Ningbo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Ningbo train from?

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

Train or bus from Shanghai to Ningbo?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs ¥110 - ¥250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥85 - ¥130 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Shanghai to Ningbo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shanghai to Ningbo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shanghai to Ningbo?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Ningbo is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Shanghai to Ningbo.

Where can I stay near Ningbo?

There are 119+ hotels available in Ningbo.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Ningbotrain Cangnan / ...
2h 49m
¥114–244
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Ningbobus
3h 29m
¥89–124
Drive 209.2 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Ningbocar 209.2 km
2h 16m
¥178–257
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanghai to Ningbotaxi 209.2 km
2h 16m
¥600–800
Bus via Yuyao
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Yuyaobus
2. Take the bus from Yuyao to Ningbo Southbus
4h 28m
¥102–190

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Distance: 327.1 km
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Ningbo, 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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