Beijing → Shanghai
2026-10-25 · scheduled timetable
Scheduled timetable for Beijing → Shanghai: 54 departures a day, first at 06:18, last at 21:22. Times follow the official timetable as of 2026-10-25 — fares and live seat availability are confirmed when you search. The quickest takes 4h 18m.
At a glance
- Journey time
- 4h 18m – 18h 46m
- Trains per day
- 54
- First / last departure
- 06:18 / 21:22
- Departure stations
- Beijing South (北京南), Beijing (北京), Beijing Fengtai (北京丰台)
- Arrival stations
- Shanghai Hongqiao (上海虹桥), Shanghai (上海), Shanghai Songjiang (上海松江), Shanghai South (上海南)
Beijing–Shanghai high-speed railway
The busiest passenger railway in China, and the one most first-time visitors end up on.
Trains run the length of the country between the capital and the Yangtze delta, most of them at 300 km/h or more. The corridor is dense enough that you rarely need to plan around a specific departure: pick the hour you want to travel and there is almost always a train.
- Beijing South and Shanghai Hongqiao are the two main terminals, but a few services use the older central stations — check the station on your ticket, not just the city.
- Second class is fine for this route. The difference between classes is seat width and recline, not speed.
Train Schedules
| Train | Departure time | Arrival | Shortest | From → To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G547 | 06:18 | 12:11 | 5h 53m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G1 | 06:30 | 11:24 | 4h 54m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G3 | 06:52 | 11:33 | 4h 41m | Beijing South → Shanghai |
| G565 | 07:07 | 13:12 | 6h 05m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G549 | 07:13 | 13:03 | 5h 50m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G5 | 07:40 | 12:32 | 4h 52m | Beijing → Shanghai |
| G597 | 07:42 | 13:49 | 6h 07m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G37 | 07:52 | 12:35 | 4h 43m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G5 | 07:59 | 12:32 | 4h 33m | Beijing South → Shanghai |
| G599 | 08:15 | 14:14 | 5h 59m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G633 | 08:37 | 15:01 | 6h 24m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G7 | 09:00 | 13:37 | 4h 37m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G669 | 09:07 | 14:59 | 5h 52m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G643 | 09:18 | 15:20 | 6h 02m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G693 | 09:47 | 15:56 | 6h 09m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G9 | 10:00 | 14:35 | 4h 35m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G11 | 10:03 | 14:39 | 4h 36m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G657 | 10:47 | 16:52 | 6h 05m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G23 | 11:00 | 15:37 | 4h 37m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G735 | 11:13 | 17:38 | 6h 25m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G737 | 11:17 | 17:22 | 6h 05m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G733 | 11:25 | 16:59 | 5h 34m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G741 | 11:50 | 18:02 | 6h 12m | Beijing South → Shanghai |
| 1461 | 11:59 | 06:45 +1 | 18h 46m | Beijing → Shanghai |
| G15 | 12:00 | 16:38 | 4h 38m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G2573 | 12:11 | 19:58 | 7h 47m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G745 | 12:21 | 18:21 | 6 h | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G747 | 12:47 | 18:58 | 6h 11m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G17 | 13:00 | 17:35 | 4h 35m | Beijing South → Shanghai |
| G749 | 13:19 | 19:04 | 5h 45m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G19 | 14:00 | 18:32 | 4h 32m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G795 | 14:13 | 20:05 | 5h 52m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G799 | 14:26 | 20:50 | 6h 24m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G751 | 14:56 | 20:33 | 5h 37m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G21 | 15:00 | 19:34 | 4h 34m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G801 | 15:07 | 21:10 | 6h 03m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G803 | 15:42 | 22:19 | 6h 37m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G13 | 16:00 | 20:28 | 4h 28m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G805 | 16:30 | 23:11 | 6h 41m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
| G25 | 17:00 | 21:18 | 4h 18m | Beijing South → Shanghai Hongqiao |
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Which station do you leave from?
Big Chinese cities have several stations, miles apart. The station on your ticket is the one you need — the city name alone is not enough.
FAQ
How long does the train from Beijing to Shanghai take?
The fastest service on this date takes 4h 18m. Slower trains on the same route take longer — the timetable above lists the actual duration for every departure, so sort by journey time if speed matters more than the hour you leave.
How much is a train ticket from Beijing to Shanghai?
Fares depend on the class you choose. Every quote on the results page shows the fare and our service fee separately.
Which station in Beijing does the train leave from?
On this date, departures leave from Beijing South and Beijing and Beijing Fengtai. Large Chinese cities have more than one station and they are not within walking distance of each other, so check the station printed on your ticket rather than the city name.
Do I need to print a ticket?
No. Chinese railway tickets are issued against your passport, not a piece of paper. Carry the same passport you booked with, and staff will scan it at the gate. Keep the booking confirmation on your phone in case a conductor asks which seat is yours.
How far in advance can I book?
Chinese tickets are released about two weeks before departure, and this page only shows dates inside that window. Popular dates and holiday periods sell out early, so book as soon as your travel date appears.
Which class should I book?
Second class is the default on high-speed trains and is comparable to a short-haul airline seat. First and business class add space and recline for a premium. On overnight trains the choice matters more: a hard sleeper is a real bed, a hard seat is not. Our guide to seats and sleepers explains what each one actually looks like.
Popular Routes
Day tours in Shanghai
Off the train and straight onto a tour: a car and guide meet you at Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, and the day ends back there for your train home.
Timetable and fares read from China Railway and last checked on 2026-10-25. Prices include our service fee in US dollars.