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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi is to bus which costs ¥95 - ¥140 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥180 - ¥270.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai and Ningbo Shi?

No, there is no direct bus from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi. However, there are services departing from Shanghai South and arriving at Ningbo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Ningbo Shi?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi. However, there are services departing from South Shaanxi Road and arriving at South Higher Education Park via Shanghai Hongqiao and Ningbo station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi?

The distance between Shanghai and Ningbo Shi is 337 km. The road distance is 217.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥110 - ¥250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Ningbo Shi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Ningbo Shi train from?

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

Train or bus from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥110 - ¥250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥95 - ¥140 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Shanghai to Ningbo Shi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shanghai to Ningbo Shi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Ningbo Shi is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Shanghai to Ningbo Shi.

Where can I stay near Ningbo Shi?

There are 119+ hotels available in Ningbo Shi.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Ningbotrain Cangnan / ...
3h 9m
¥117–249
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Ningbobus
3h 58m
¥95–133
Drive 217.9 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Ningbo Shicar 217.9 km
2h 20m
¥186–268
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanghai to Ningbo Shitaxi 217.9 km
2h 20m
¥650–800
Bus via Yuyao
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Yuyaobus
2. Take the bus from Yuyao to Ningbo Southbus
4h 48m
¥105–195

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Distance: 337.1 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Ningbo Shi, 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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