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Beijing to Shanghai
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06:45
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Fastest17:00
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Beijingnan(Beijing South)Shanghai Hongqiao
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- Prices shown from Beijing to Shanghai are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Beijing to Shanghai
The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Shanghai costs only £18 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 2h 16m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
£18
Average duration
6h 39m
Departure Time
08:37 - 13:12
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
£61
Average duration
2h 16m
Departure Time
07:00 - 21:55
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Beijing to Shanghai?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Beijing to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Beijing to Shanghai is Monday, with an average price of £18.
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What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Beijing to Shanghai?
Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Shanghai is December, with an average price of £52. The most expensive month is usually August, with average prices reaching £81.
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From Beijing to Shanghai: Travel Information
Companies operating from Beijing to Shanghai
Find stations and airports near Beijing and Shanghai
Popular train stations near Beijing
Beijing Chaoyang
Beijingdong(Beijing East)
Beijing
houlvcun
Tongzhouxi(Tongzhou West)
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
Jiading
Popular airports near Beijing
Beijing Miyun Mujiayu Airport (MY2)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN)
Nearby
Popular airports near Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH)
Nearby
FAQ – How to Get from Beijing to Shanghai
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What’s the distance between Beijing and Shanghai?
It’s about 1,077km (669 mi) from Beijing to Shanghai. -
How do I get from Beijing to Shanghai?
You can travel from Beijing to Shanghai in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Beijing to Shanghai?
The fastest way to get from Beijing to Shanghai is by Flights, with an average journey time of 2 hours 16 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 6h 39m. -
What’s the cheapest way to travel from Beijing to Shanghai?
The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Shanghai is by Trains, with an average price of £18. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around £61 on avergae. -
What are the main departure and arrival points between Beijing and Shanghai?
When traveling from Beijing to Shanghai, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Beijing Miyun Mujiayu Airport and arrives at Shanghai Pudong International Airport , Trains typically departs from Beijing Chaoyang and arrives at Shanghai . -
When should you book tickets from Beijing to Shanghai to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Beijing to Shanghai are usually cheapest (December), with an average price of £52 Flights from Beijing to Shanghai are usually cheapest (Monday), with an average price of £18 . -
Are Beijing and Shanghai in the same time zone?
The time difference between Beijing and Shanghai is 0m.