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Xi'an to Shanghai High Speed Train

About 19 pairs of high speed G trains are in service between Xi'an and Shanghai with a running distance of 1,509 km (938 miles). How long is the train ride from Shanghai to Xi'an? The travel time of these trains is 6 - 9 hours. It costs CNY 681 (USD 97) for a second class seat.

Also, there are about 3 pairs of overnight D trains with the duration of around 15 hours. The softer sleeper costs CNY 601 - 641 (USD 85 - 91). For normal speed ones, 7 pairs of sleeper trains are operating, taking 15 - 21 hours in total.

Xi'an to Shanghai High Speed Train

Basic Facts:

Open Date: September 6th, 2016

Duration: 6 - 9 hours

Running Distance: 1,509 km (938 miles)

Top Speed: 250 km/h (155 mph) or 300 km/h (186 mph)

Operate at: Xi'an North Railway Station; Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

Xi'an - Shanghai High Speed Train

Xi'an to Shanghai Bullet Train Schedule

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G1914	06:20 - 13:23	7h3m
G3298	09:24 - 17:39	8h15m
G1926	12:13 - 19:10	6h57m
G3290	14:46 - 22:49	8h3m
G1942	16:00 - 23:49	7h49m

Around 19 departures in total: departure time from 06:20 to 16:00; duration from 5H51M to 8H50M.

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
D218	00:53 - 15:50	14h57m
D94	15:06 - 06:13+	15h7m
D124	21:16 - 12:30+	15h14m

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Shanghai to Xi'an High Speed Train Timetable

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
G1974	07:17 - 14:30	7h13m
G1920	09:20 - 16:25	7h5m
G1928	12:36 - 19:56	7h20m
G1916	16:09 - 23:00	6h51m
G1940	17:07 - 23:33	6h26m

Around 19 departures in total: departure time from 06:10 to 17:07; duration from 5H39M to 9H.

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
D122	14:13 - 05:25+	15h12m
D216	16:54 - 07:49+	14h55m
D92	18:19 - 09:01+	14h42m

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Notes: The above timetable is for reference only. The schedule searching by the search box on page top shall prevail.

Ticket Fare of Xi'an - Shanghai High Speed Trains

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Business Class Seat	First Class Seat	Second Class Seat
CNY 2,178.5 / USD 309	CNY 1,114.5 / USD 158	CNY 681 / USD 97

Overnight Train between Xi'an and Shanghai

Overnight High Speed Train between Xi'an and Shanghai

Ticket Fare of Xi'an to Shanghai Overnight High Speed Sleeper Trains

Train No.	Softer Sleeper	Second Class Seat
Train No.	Softer Sleeper	Second Class Seat
D218	CNY 601 / USD 85	CNY 237 / USD 34
D94	CNY 641 / USD 91	CNY 233 / USD 33
D124	CNY 641 / USD 91	CNY 233 / USD 33

Ticket Fare of Shanghai to Xi'an Overnight High Speed Sleeper Trains

Train No.	Softer Sleeper	Second Class Seat
Train No.	Softer Sleeper	Second Class Seat
D122	CNY 641 / USD 91	CNY 233 / USD 33
D216	CNY 601 / USD 85	CNY 237 / USD 34
D92	CNY 641 / USD 91	CNY 233 / USD 33

Xi'an - Shanghai Railway Map

Stopovers of some types: Weinan North, Huashan North, Lingbao West, Sanmenxia South, Mianchi South, Luoyang Longmen, Gongyi South, Zhengzhou West, Zhengzhou East, Kaifeng North, Lankao South, Minquan North, Shangqiu, Dangshan South, Yongcheng North, Xiaoxian North, Xuzhou East, Suzhou East, Bengbu South, Nanjing South, Zhenjiang South, Danayng North, Changzhou North, Wuxi East, Suzhou North, Kunshan South.

Stop-bys of other types: Weinan North, Huashan North, Sanmenxia South, Luoyang Longmen, Zhengzhou East, Xuzhou, Nanjing and Suzhou

Running Route

Xi'an - Zhengzhou: This section shares the railway track with Xi'an-Luoyang-Zhengzhou High Speed Rail Line, which has been put into service since 6th February in 2010 and it shortens the journey time between the two cities to 2 - 3 hours.

Zhengzhou - Xuzhou: The Zhengzhou-Xuzhou High Speed Railway has been put into service since Sep 10th, 2016. The duration is 1.5 to 2.5 hours only.

Xuzhou - Shanghai: This section is a part of Beijing-Shanghai High Speed Railway which has been put into use since June 30, 2011. The journey between the two cities takes 2.5 - 6 hours or so.

Normal Trains

They are mostly running overnight between Xi'an Railway Station and Shanghai Railway Station and only one pair of trains depart from / to Shanghai South Railway Station. Traveling overnight will save you one-night hotel expenditure and day time and it will be a preferrable choice for budget travelers because they cost less than bullet types.

Shanghai Railway Station

Xi'an Railway Station

Xi'an to Shanghai Train Schedule

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
K2188	08:36 - 05:33+	20h57m
K362	10:17 - 05:22+	19h5m
K558	17:12 - 14:12+	21h00m
T118	19:55 - 13:26+	17h31m
Z166	20:48 - 12:03+	15h15m
Z42	21:10 - 12:15+	15h5m
Z306	21:40 - 12:54+	15h14m

Shanghai to Xi'an Train Timetable

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
K2186	08:57 - 05:36+	20h39m
K360	09:29 - 06:21+	20h52m
T116	15:38 - 08:30+	16h52m
K560	15:52 - 12:43+	20h51m
Z40	16:48 - 08:17+	15h29m
Z304	17:46 - 08:43+	14h57m
Z164	18:33 - 09:19+	14h46m

Notes:
1. "+" indicates the second day.
2. The above timetable is for reference only. The schedule searching by the search box on the page top shall prevail.

Xi'an - Shanghai Train Ticket Fare

(Last Update on Nov 1, 2024)

Deluxe Soft Sleeper	Soft Sleeper	Hard Sleeper	Hard Seat
CNY 941.5 USD 134	CNY 509.5 USD 72	CNY 331.5 USD 47	CNY 180.5 USD 26

See more about Xi'an-Shanghai Overnight Sleeper Trains, Shanghai - Xi'an Bullet Trains

Major Cities along the Way

Luoyang
Located in the west Henan Province, Luoyang was once the capital city of 13 ancient dynasties. Nowadays, Luoyang is well-known for Longmen Grottoes, Song Mountain, White Horse Temple etc. Besides, you can go to Shaolin Temple easily by coaches from this city. Transportation around the city is pretty convenient. The trains, flights and long-distance buses connect this city with other major cities in China.

Nanjing
As the capital city of Jiangsu Province, Nanjing is one of the hot tourist destinations in China. The city was once the capital city of six dynasties in ancient times, so it has many historical sites, museum and memorials such as Confucius Temple, and Nanjing Museum. Nowadays, because of the rapid development, it is a major city in China and an important junction point of China's north-south and east-west railway trunks. You can take both ordinary and high speed trains from Nanjing Railway Station or Nanjing South Station to major China cities.

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Questions & Answers on Xi'an to Shanghai High Speed Train

Asked by Joel from USA | Nov. 29, 2023 18:34

How much scenary do you see on the train trip?

Answers (1)

Answered by Hailey | Nov. 30, 2023 00:34

Well, this is a long journey and you can see a lot of mountains, green fields, etc.

Asked by Charlotte Lantz from UNITED STATES | Jan. 23, 2020 14:38

We are taking the bullet train from Xi'an to Shanghai on 26Mar before departing on a cruise.

I'm concerned about the baggage allowance on the trains. My husband and I will both have 1 suitcase (less than 62 inches and 50lbs) and a small carry-on. Will this be permitted?

Answers (1)

Answered by Fallon | Jan. 31, 2020 00:30

The policy says 20kg per person and the size should be within 130cm, but at station, the staff do not really care about it. Luggage will not be weighted or measured. You can take all your luggage with you.

Asked by Charles from UNITED KINGDOM | Sep. 02, 2019 19:19

When is the opening time of Xi'an North Station?

Answers (1)

Answered by Hassan from USA | Sep. 03, 2019 18:16

It should be open at least at 6am and closed after 11pm.

Asked by Ali from USA | Aug. 24, 2019 00:25

Family of 5

I'm traveling with my husband and 3 children. If I buy 2 tickets to the Deluxe Soft Sleeper and 3 tickets to the Soft Sleeper, can the 3 people in the Soft Sleeper compartment be able to travel back and forth from and to the Deluxe Soft Sleeper compartment?

Answers (1)

Answered by Paige from MEXICO | Aug. 25, 2019 18:52

During day time, it is possible, but when it is the sleeping time, the door between different class may closed.

Asked by Tan from FRANCE | Jul. 22, 2019 05:33

High-speed train Shanghai to Xi'an

Hi,
Our flight from France will land at Pudong airport T1 at 06:55. We would like to take a taxi from Pudong to Hongqiao station to catch the train departing at 09:24 for Xi'an. Is it feasible?
Thank you.

Answers (2)

Answered by Miky | Jul. 22, 2019 18:39

The time could be very tight. Considering the time for passport check and luggage collection, you may exit from airport around 8am, then 1 hour by taxi to the station. You have less than 30min at station for ticket collection and security check etc. There would be a chance that you will miss the train. It would be safer if you can choose a later train.

Answered by Tan from FRANCE | Jul. 24, 2019 01:57

Thanks Miky for your advice.