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Hong Kong to Shanghai High Speed Train

High speed trains G99/100 are connecting Hong Kong West Kowloon Station with Shanghai Hongqiao Station, whose distance between is about 1,930 kilometers (1,200 miles). The travel time of this pair of high speed trains is about 8 hours and the ticket price for a second class seat is CNY 953.5 (USD 135).

On Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, G900/G899 are in service, which departure in the evening and arrive in the morning of the next day with the duration of around 11 hours and a ticket fare of CNY 1,010 (USD 143) for a soft sleeper.

Passengers can also choose to transfer in Shenzhen North, Nanchang West, or Guangzhou South for more train options. The total travel time is about 8 - 9 hours and the ticket costs are around CNY 953.5 - 1,150 (USD 135 - 162).

Basic Facts of Hong Kong - Shanghai High Speed Rail

Open time: September 23, 2018

Travel time: About 8 hours

Ticket price: CNY 953.5 (USD 135) for a second class seat

Running distance: Around 1,930 km (1,200 mi)

Operated at: Hong Kong West Kowloon, Shanghai Hongqiao

Ticket Gate at Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

Hong Kong to Shanghai High Speed Train Schedule

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G100	11:38 - 19:25	7h47m
G900	20:05 - 07:00+	10h55m

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Shanghai to Hong Kong Bullet Train Timetable

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G99	14:09 - 21:56	7h47m
G899	20:15 - 07:20+	11h5m

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Note: The timetable above is for reference only. Please search for the real-time schedule via the search box on page top.

Hong Kong - Shanghai High Speed Train Ticket Fare

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Business Class Seat	First Class Seat	Second Class Seat	New Soft Sleeper
CNY 3,042 USD 431	CNY 1,526 USD 216	CNY 692 - 953.5 USD 98 - 135	CNY 1,010 USD 143

Hong Kong - Shanghai High Speed Railway Map
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Running Route of Hong Kong - Shanghai High Speed Trains

Hong Kong - Guangzhou: This section is a part of Guangzhou - Shenzhen - Hong Kong Express Rail Link. The design speed of this part is 250 km/h (155 mph). This railway has been fully opened on September 23, 2018. Futian Railway Station and Shenzhen North Station are on this line.

Guangzhou - Changsha: The design speed of this section is 300 km/h (186 mph). It is a part of Beijing - Guangzhou High Speed Railway.

Changsha - Shanghai: This section is the eastern beginning part of the Shanghai - Kunming High Speed Railway. This section came into service in 2010 with the operating speed of 300 km/h (186 mph). Passing-by stations of this section include Nanchang West and Hangzhou East.

Transfer in Shenzhen North, Nanchang West, or Guangzhou South for More Trains

Overall Travel Time: about 8 - 9 hours
Total Ticket Fare: CNY 946.5 - 1,150 for second class seats

Hong Kong to Shenzhen / Nanchang to Shanghai High Speed Train Schedule & Ticket Fare

Hong Kong - Shenzhen	Shenzhen - Shanghai	Overall Travel Time	Ticket Fare (CNY) for Second Class Seats
G6584: 11:00 - 11:24	G100: 11:59 - 19:25	8H25M	75 + 878.5 = 953.5

Hong Kong - Nanchang	Nanchang - Shanghai	Overall Travel Time	Ticket Fare (CNY) for Second Class Seats
G100: 11:38 - 15:41	G1372: 16:14 - 19:44	8H06M	557.5 + 389 = 946.5

Shanghai to Guangzhou to Hong Kong Bullet Train Timetable & Ticket Fare

Shanghai - Guangzhou	Guangzhou - Hong Kong	Overall Travel Time	Ticket Fare (CNY) for Second Class Seats
G817: 08:00 - 14:39	G6537: 15:28 - 16:45	8H45M	935 + 215 =1,150

Note: The above transfer options are only for reference. For more choices, please search via the box on page top.

Hong Kong - Shanghai Train vs. Flight

	High Speed Trains	Flights
Ticket Fare	CNY 953.5 for second class seat	CNY 563 - 1,700 for economy class
Duration	8 hours	2 - 3 hours

So far, there are more than 20 pairs of flights flying from Shanghai to Hong Kong and vice versa on a daily basis, and the number may be increased in high season. In general, flight are more recommended to passengers with limited time and sufficient budget due to the relatively short journey time and the high prices; it is also a good bargain to buy a flight ticket when there is a special discount. On the other hand, high speed trains can be a good choice for passengers who haven't experienced China high speed trains.

Arrive in Shanghai by High Speed Train (the left one)

Further Reading:
How to Travel between Shanghai and Hong Kong
Shanghai to Hong Kong Bullet Train

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- Last updated on Nov. 26, 2024 by Brenda Lian -

Questions & Answers on Hong Kong to Shanghai High Speed Train

Asked by Raj from AUSTRALIA | May. 19, 2024 10:53

Train pass

What's the reliable site to book train ticket? also, I am coming for two weeks and is there any train pass I can get to use for two weeks? Thank you

Answers (1)

Answered by Emily | May. 22, 2024 00:53

You can book with TravelChinaGuide hassle-free. As I know, there is no two-week train pass. There are monthly passes but holding it, you can only travel back and forth between two cities, not suitable for visitors making different trips.

Asked by Pat from USA | Mar. 08, 2024 14:40

144 hr visa free stop over for tourists

Does the 144 hr visa free entry apply for American or Canadian tourists going from HK to Shanghai by train and then leave Shanghai by plane back to HK or a different Asian country

Answers (1)

Answered by Hailey | Mar. 10, 2024 20:32

No, it doesn't. First, a return trip HK-Shanghai-HK is not applicable. Second, a train from HK to Shanghai is not eligible, either. An eligible route should be HK - Shanghai - another Asian country and they are both by air.

Asked by sandrine from FRANCE | Jan. 13, 2024 02:34

Hong Kong to Shanghai

Is there flat bed or can we sleep lying down on the train ? Are there beds for long trip Hong Kong to Shanghai?

Answers (1)

Answered by Jessica | Jan. 15, 2024 01:13

Generally, there is no bed on the high speed train between HK and Shanghai. However, it is also available to lying down on the business class seat, though it costs much higher.

Asked by Chris from AUSTRALIA | Dec. 09, 2023 00:01

China visa

Is an immigration visa for australians a requirement for exit at shanghai on a 4 day holiday.

Answers (1)

Answered by Jenny | Dec. 10, 2023 19:06

If you want to travel from HK to Shanghai by high speed train, a Chinese visa is must.

Asked by Paxton from CANADA | Aug. 29, 2019 01:21

How early should we be at HK station to catch G100 at 11:10am?

Is it easy to find ticket office to collect our tickets?

Answers (1)

Answered by Sheridan from FRANCE | Aug. 29, 2019 18:15

I read that passengers are advised to be there 2 hours before train time. English service can be easily found at station in HK. You do not need to worry about it.