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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is to bus which costs ¥330 - ¥550 and takes 19h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs ¥700 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai and Zhangjiajie?

No, there is no direct bus from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie. However, there are services departing from Shanghai Zongzhan and arriving at Zhangjiajie via Xitang and Hangzhou Keyun Zhongxin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Zhangjiajie?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie station. However, there are services departing from South Shaanxi Road and arriving at Zhangjiajie West Station via Shanghai Hongqiao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?

The distance between Shanghai and Zhangjiajie is 1159 km. The road distance is 1253.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie without a car is to train which takes 8h 41m and costs ¥700 - ¥850.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Zhangjiajie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Zhangjiajie train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs ¥700 - ¥1700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥700 - ¥850 and takes 8h 41m, you could also bus, which costs ¥330 - ¥550 and takes 19h 59m.

Where does the Shanghai to Zhangjiajie bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shanghai to Zhangjiajie train arrive?

Shanghai to Zhangjiajie train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Zhangjiajie West Station.

Can I drive from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Zhangjiajie is 1253 km. It takes approximately 12h 35m to drive from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie.

How do I get a train ticket from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie?

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Where can I stay near Zhangjiajie?

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Shanghai to Zhangjiajie - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport
best
1. Fly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG)plane PVG - DYG
4h 19m
¥706–1,656
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 Keyun Zhongxin to Zhangjiajiebus
19h 59m
¥335–532
Train
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Zhangjiajie West Stationtrain Shanghai Hongqiao
8h 41m
¥704–804
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shanghai South to Hankoutrain Shanghai South
2. Take the bus from Wuhan Jinjiadun Bus Terminal to Zhangjiajiebus
15h 34m
¥395–805
Drive 1,253.1 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Zhangjiajiecar 1,253.1 km
12h 35m
¥1,065–1,538
Train to Sunan Shuofang International Airport, fly to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport
1. Take the train from Shanghai station to Wuxitrain
2. Fly from Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX) to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG)plane WUX - DYG
4h 35m
¥2,029–2,914
Bus to Nantong Xingdong Airport, fly to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport
1. Take the bus from Shanghai Zongzhan to Jiangsu Tongzhoubus
2. Fly from Nantong Xingdong Airport (NTG) to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG)plane NTG - DYG
5h 35m
¥593–2,943
Fly Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Changde, train
1. Fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Changde (CGD)plane SHA - CGD
2. Take the train from Changde to Zhangjiajie West Stationtrain
5h 58m
¥719–3,444

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG) flights

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,159.1 km
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Zhangjiajie, China?

Juneyao Airlines and Shanghai Airlines fly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG) 4 times a day. Alternatively, China Railways G-Class operates a train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Zhangjiajie West Station twice daily. Tickets cost ¥700–800 and the journey takes 7h 14m.

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