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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Putuoshan is to train and bus which costs ¥110 - ¥210 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Putuoshan is to train and fly and ferry which takes 5h 54m and costs ¥850 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai and Putuoshan?

No, there is no direct bus from Shanghai to Putuoshan. 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 Putuoshan?

No, there is no direct ferry from Shanghai to Putuoshan. However, there are services departing from Shanghai Wusong and arriving at Mount Putuo Wharf via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 38m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Putuoshan?

The distance between Shanghai and Putuoshan is 391 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai to Putuoshan without a car is to train and bus via Shanghai Hongqiao which takes 7h 6m and costs ¥160 - ¥270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Shanghai to Putuoshan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Putuoshan bus from?

Shanghai to Putuoshan bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shanghai Zongzhan station.

Where does the Shanghai to Putuoshan bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Putuoshan?

There are 30+ hotels available in Putuoshan.

Shanghai to Putuoshan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Shanghai to Putuoshan by train, bus, ferry, or plane

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Train, bus via Shanghai Hongqiao
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
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shanghai South to Hangzhou Southtrain Shanghai South / ...
2. Take the bus from Hangzhou South to PutuoShanbus
8h 46m
¥118–210
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Shanghai Wusong to Mount Putuo Wharfferry
15h 38m
¥332–337
Fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, 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
6h 5m
¥2,235–4,539
Bus
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
Train to Quzhou Airport, fly, ferry
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Quzhou Stationtrain
2. Fly from Quzhou Airport (JUZ) to Zhoushan (HSN)plane JUZ - HSN
3. Take the ferry from Zhujiajian Wugongshi Wharf to Mount Putuo Wharfferry
5h 54m
¥876–4,764

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

36Weekly Planes

4h 57mAverage Duration

¥2,144Cheapest Price

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Distance: 391.4 km
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Putuoshan, 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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