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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Datong to Shanghai

Cheapest
14 h 38 min
Car
1447 km.
from $79
Other
7 h 48 min
1230 km.
from $112.54
19 h 35 min
Bus, Train
1230 km.
from $110.24
11 h 4 min
Bus, Train
1230 km.
from $99.96
5 h
Train, Plane
1230 km.
from $163.15
17 h 6 min
1230 km.
from $159.07
5 h 14 min
Train, Plane
1230 km.
from $169.91
7 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
1230 km.
from $187.77
8 h 9 min
Bus, Plane
1230 km.
from $172.79

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Hohhot Baita International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$293.48

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Datong Beijiazao Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$358.70
Plane from Hohhot Baita International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$391.30

Juneyao Airlines

Website:
juneyaoair.com/
Plane from Datong Beijiazao Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$239.13
Plane from Hohhot Baita International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$369.57

Shanghai Airlines

Website:
ceair.com/
Plane from Hohhot Baita International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$391.30

Xiamen Airlines

Website:
xiamenair.com
Plane from Datong Beijiazao Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$239.13
Plane from Hohhot Baita International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$369.57

Shandong Airlines

Website:
sda.cn/
Plane from Hohhot Baita International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$293.48

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Datong South station to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$20.65–$22.83
Train from Beijing South to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$86.96
Train from Taiyuan South to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
9h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$103.26

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Beijing to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
12h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$130.43

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Datong to Huairen
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.07–$7.07
Train from Datong to Taiyuan
Ave. Duration:
6h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.98–$16.30

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Datong Xinnan to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.49

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Datong to Shanghai?

The cheapest way to get from Datong to Shanghai is to bus and train which costs $92.39 - $108.70 and takes 11h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Datong to Shanghai?

The fastest way to get from Datong to Shanghai is to train and fly which takes 5h and costs $92.39 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct train between Datong and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Datong to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Datong and arriving at South Shaanxi Road via Taiyuan South and Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 6m.

How far is it from Datong to Shanghai?

The distance between Datong and Shanghai is 1675 km. The road distance is 1451 km.

How do I travel from Datong to Shanghai without a car?

The best way to get from Datong to Shanghai without a car is to train via Beijing which takes 7h 48m and costs $103.26 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Datong to Shanghai?

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Datong to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Datong to Shanghai train from?

Datong to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, depart from Datong station.

Where does the Datong to Shanghai train arrive?

Datong to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways K-Class, arrive at Taiyuan South station.

Can I drive from Datong to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Datong to Shanghai is 1451 km. It takes approximately 14h 37m to drive from Datong to Shanghai.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 981+ hotels available in Shanghai. Prices start at $85.42 per night.
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