Shanghai → Qingdao
2026-10-24 · scheduled timetable
Scheduled timetable for Shanghai → Qingdao: 28 departures a day, first at 06:23, last at 21:22. Times follow the official timetable as of 2026-10-24 — fares and live seat availability are confirmed when you search. The quickest takes 4h 16m.
At a glance
- Journey time
- 4h 16m – 11h 43m
- Trains per day
- 28
- First / last departure
- 06:23 / 21:22
- Departure stations
- Shanghai Songjiang (上海松江), Shanghai Hongqiao (上海虹桥), Shanghai (上海)
- Arrival stations
- Qingdao West (青岛西), Qingdao North (青岛北), Chengyang (城阳), Qingdao (青岛), Qingdao Airport (青岛机场)
Shanghai–Qingdao coastal route
Up the coast to the old German concession and the beer city.
Trains run north along the coast via Nanjing and Xuzhou. Qingdao has two main stations: the old one at the bottom of the city, walkable to the pier and the concession district, and Qingdao North further out.
- If your hotel is in the old town, a train to Qingdao station saves a 40-minute cross-city trip from Qingdao North.
- The coastal route passes through several seaside towns, so it is usable as a slow hop rather than a single long run.
Train Schedules
| Train | Departure time | Arrival | Shortest | From → To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2928 | 06:23 | 12:07 | 05:44 | Shanghai Songjiang → Qingdao West |
| D2928 | 06:52 | 12:07 | 05:15 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao West |
| G986 | 07:05 | 13:31 | 06:26 | Shanghai → Qingdao North |
| D2152 | 07:24 | 12:20 | 04:56 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao West |
| D2152 | 07:24 | 12:59 | 05:35 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengyang |
| D2146 | 08:41 | 12:57 | 04:16 | Shanghai → Qingdao West |
| D2146 | 08:41 | 13:36 | 04:55 | Shanghai → Qingdao North |
| D2906 | 08:41 | 14:00 | 05:19 | Shanghai → Qingdao |
| D2160 | 08:45 | 15:01 | 06:16 | Shanghai Songjiang → Qingdao North |
| D2160 | 09:04 | 15:01 | 05:57 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao North |
| D2912 | 11:10 | 17:15 | 06:05 | Shanghai Songjiang → Qingdao West |
| D2912 | 11:10 | 17:52 | 06:42 | Shanghai Songjiang → Qingdao North |
| D2912 | 11:34 | 17:15 | 05:41 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao West |
| D2912 | 11:34 | 17:52 | 06:18 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao North |
| D2162 | 14:11 | 18:56 | 04:45 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao North |
| D2162 | 14:11 | 19:20 | 05:09 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao |
| D2924 | 14:16 | 19:36 | 05:20 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Chengyang |
| D2132 | 14:35 | 20:54 | 06:19 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao |
| D2914 | 15:04 | 19:59 | 04:55 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao West |
| D2914 | 15:04 | 20:59 | 05:55 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao |
| D2922 | 15:10 | 20:16 | 05:06 | Shanghai → Qingdao West |
| G688 | 15:32 | 20:11 | 04:39 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao West |
| G688 | 15:32 | 20:50 | 05:18 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao North |
| D2124 | 15:37 | 20:24 | 04:47 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao West |
| D2124 | 15:37 | 20:51 | 05:14 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao Airport |
| G826 | 16:32 | 23:10 | 06:38 | Shanghai Hongqiao → Qingdao |
| D182 | 21:22 | 08:17 +1 | 10:55 | Shanghai Songjiang → Qingdao West |
| D182 | 21:22 | 09:05 +1 | 11:43 | Shanghai Songjiang → Qingdao North |
Train letters on this date: G, D. 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 Qingdao take?
The fastest service on this date takes 4h 16m. 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 Qingdao?
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 Songjiang and Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai. 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.