Compare prices to get from Shanghai to Beijing
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Fastest10:00
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Shanghai HongqiaoBeijingnan(Beijing South)
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- Prices shown from Shanghai to Beijing are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Shanghai to Beijing
The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Beijing costs only US$24 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 2h 19m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains Cheapest
Average price US$24
Average duration5h 35m
Departure Time06:31 - 14:13
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Flights Fastest
Average price US$107
Average duration2h 19m
Departure Time06:25 - 21:45
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Shanghai to Beijing?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Beijing?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Beijing is Monday, with an average price of US$24.
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What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Shanghai to Beijing?
Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Beijing is March, with an average price of US$62. The most expensive month is usually June, with average prices reaching US$95.
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From Shanghai to Beijing: Travel Information
Companies operating from Shanghai to Beijing
Find stations and airports near Shanghai and Beijing
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
Jiading
Popular train stations near Beijing
Beijing Chaoyang
Beijingdong(Beijing East)
Beijing
Tongzhouxi(Tongzhou West)
Tongzhou
Popular airports near Shanghai
Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH) Nearby
Popular airports near Beijing
Beijing Capital Intl. Airport (PEK)
Beijing Miyun Mujiayu Airport (MY2)
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) Nearby
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FAQ – How to Get from Shanghai to Beijing
How far is it from Shanghai to Beijing?
It’s about 1077 km (669 miles) from Shanghai to Beijing.How do I get from Shanghai to Beijing?
You can travel from Shanghai to Beijing in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains.What’s the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Beijing?
The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Beijing is by Flights, with an average journey time of 2 hours 19 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 35m.What’s the cheapest way to travel from Shanghai to Beijing?
The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Beijing is by Trains, with an average price of US$24. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around US$107 on avergae.What are the main departure and arrival points between Shanghai and Beijing?
When traveling from Shanghai to Beijing, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Pudong Intl. Airport and arrives at Beijing Capital Intl. Airport , Trains typically departs from Shanghai and arrives at Beijing Chaoyang .When should you book tickets from Shanghai to Beijing to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Shanghai to Beijing are usually cheapest (March), with an average price of US$62 Flights from Shanghai to Beijing are usually cheapest (Monday), with an average price of US$24 .Are Shanghai and Beijing in the same time zone?
There is a 0h time difference between Shanghai and Beijing.