What is the cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island)?

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) is to train and bus which costs ¥160 - ¥270 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island)?

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) is to fly and ferry which takes 5h 48m and costs ¥650 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai and Putuo Shan (Island)?

No, there is no direct bus from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island). However, there are services departing from Shanghai Zongzhan and arriving at Putuo Mountain via Xitang and Hangzhou central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct ferry between Shanghai and Putuo Shan (Island)?

No, there is no direct ferry from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island). However, there are services departing from Shanghai Wusong and arriving at Mount Putuo Wharf via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 31m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island)?

The distance between Shanghai and Putuo Shan (Island) is 391 km.

How do I travel from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) without a car?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 6m and costs ¥160 - ¥270.

How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island)?

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) bus from?

Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shanghai Zongzhan station.

Where does the Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) bus arrive?

Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Jiashan station.

Where can I stay near Putuo Shan (Island)?

There are 34+ hotels available in Putuo Shan (Island).

Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Shanghai to Putuo Shan (Island) by train, bus, ferry, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Hangzhou Southtrain Shanghai / ...
2. Take the bus from Hangzhou South to PutuoShanbus
7h 6m
¥164–264
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shanghai Zongzhan to Jiashanbus
2. Take the bus from Xitang to Hangzhou Keyun Zhongxinbus
3. Take the bus from Hangzhou central to Putuo Mountainbus
8h 29m
¥160–292
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Shanghai Wusong to Mount Putuo Wharfferry
15h 31m
¥311
Fly, ferry
1. Fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Zhoushan (HSN)plane SHA - HSN
2. Take the ferry from Zhujiajian Wugongshi Wharf to Mount Putuo Wharfferry
5h 48m
¥651–3,256

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Zhoushan (HSN) flights

33Weekly Planes

4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 391.4 km
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Putuo Shan (Island), Zhejiang, China?

China Water Tourism Network operates a ferry from Shanghai Wusong to Mount Putuo Wharf 3 times a week. Tickets cost ¥289 and the journey takes 12h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shanghai Zongzhan to Putuo Mountain via Jiashan, Xitang, and Hangzhou central in around 8h 29m.

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