Shanghai → Chengdu
2026-10-24 · scheduled timetable
Scheduled timetable for Shanghai → Chengdu: 16 departures a day, first at 06:01, last at 20:45. Times follow the official timetable as of 2026-10-24 — fares and live seat availability are confirmed when you search. The quickest takes 6h 37m.
At a glance
- Journey time
- 6h 37m – 15h 52m
- Trains per day
- 16
- First / last departure
- 06:01 / 20:45
- Departure stations
- Shanghai Hongqiao (上海虹桥), Shanghai (上海), Jinshan North (金山北), Shanghai Songjiang (上海松江)
- Arrival stations
- Chengdu East (成都东), Chengdu South (成都南), Chengdu West (成都西)
Shanghai–Wuhan–Chengdu high-speed line
A full-day run across the middle of the country.
This is one of the longest high-speed journeys in China, crossing the Yangtze plain before climbing towards Sichuan. It is comfortable but long: most travellers take a morning train and arrive in the evening.
- For this distance, first class is worth considering — the difference over ten hours is more noticeable than on a two-hour hop.
- Chengdu East connects to the metro; the city’s older station is closer to the centre but handles fewer high-speed trains.
Train Schedules
| Train | Departure time | Arrival | Shortest | From → To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2206 | 06:01 | 21:53 | 15:52 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu East |
| D352 | 06:12 | 20:33 | 14:21 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu East |
| G3390 | 07:04 | 19:01 | 11:57 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu South |
| G1974 | 07:16 | 18:26 | 11:10 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu East |
| D3056 | 07:23 | 21:46 | 14:23 | Shanghai → Chengdu East |
| G2189 | 07:28 | 20:31 | 13:03 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu East |
| G3288 | 07:46 | 19:55 | 12:09 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu East |
| G2189 | 07:48 | 20:31 | 12:43 | Jinshan North → Chengdu East |
| G3292 | 08:24 | 20:33 | 12:09 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu East |
| D952 | 08:30 | 21:01 | 12:31 | Shanghai → Chengdu East |
| G237 | 09:04 | 19:35 | 10:31 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu East |
| K351 | 09:16 | 19:59 | 10:43 | Shanghai Songjiang → Chengdu West |
| G1476 | 09:51 | 23:24 | 13:33 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu East |
| G3284 | 10:37 | 23:17 | 12:40 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengdu East |
| K1156 | 10:57 | 17:34 | 06:37 | Shanghai → Chengdu West |
| K282 | 20:45 | 05:49 +1 | 09:04 | Shanghai → Chengdu West |
Train letters on this date: G, D, K. What the letters mean →
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 Shanghai to Chengdu take?
The fastest service on this date takes 6h 37m. 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 Shanghai to Chengdu?
Fares depend on the class you choose. Every quote on the results page shows the fare and our service fee separately.
Which station in Shanghai does the train leave from?
On this date, departures leave from Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai and Jinshan North and Shanghai Songjiang. 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.
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Timetable and fares read from China Railway and last checked on 2026-10-24. Prices include our service fee in US dollars.