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1402 km.
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Guangzhou, China → Shanghai, China

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Composite routes from Guangzhou to Shanghai

Cheapest
14 h 42 min
Car
1402 km.
from $77
Fastest
2 h 4 min
Plane
Other
9 h 36 min
1212 km.
from $107.15
17 h 1 min
1212 km.
from $96.83

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 16
Shenzhen Airlines
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Air China
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China Eastern Airlines
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Juneyao Airlines
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Spring Airlines
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China Southern Airlines
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Sichuan Airlines
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9 Air Co Ltd
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Shanghai Airlines
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China United
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Hainan
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Beijing Capital
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Xiamen Airlines
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Zhejiang Loong Airlines
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Donghai Airlines
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Suparna Airlines
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Shenzhen Airlines
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2h 10m
Every day
$114.50–$623.41
Air China
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2h 17m
Every day
$127.23–$623.41
China Eastern Airlines
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2h 7m
Every day
$114.50–$597.96
Juneyao Airlines
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2h 7m
Every day
$114.50–$597.96
Spring Airlines
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2h 11m
Every day
$108.14–$279.90
China Southern Airlines
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2h 14m
Every day
$114.50–$470.74
Sichuan Airlines
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2h 11m
Every day
$114.50–$597.96
9 Air Co Ltd
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2h 20m
Every day
$114.50–$216.28
Shanghai Airlines
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2h 8m
Every day
$165.39–$597.96
China United
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2h 15m
Every day
$139.95–$267.17
Hainan
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2h 5m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$139.95–$954.19
Beijing Capital
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1h 55m
Thursday and Friday
$82.70–$229.01
Xiamen Airlines
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2h 8m
Every day
$114.50–$597.96
Zhejiang Loong Airlines
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2h 17m
Every day
$108.14–$292.62
Donghai Airlines
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2h 5m
Every day
$139.95–$279.90
Suparna Airlines
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2h 30m
Every day
$108.14–$292.62
Train operators
Found: 5
China Railways G-Class
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China Railways D-Class
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Guangzhou Metro
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China Railways K-Class
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Shanghai Metro
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China Railways G-Class
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37 min
Every 15 minutes
$7.76–$8.52
(86)12306
(86)12306
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China Railways D-Class
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37 min
Once daily
$8.91–$15.27
(86)12306
(86)12306
Call
Guangzhou Metro
Website
25 min
Every 5 minutes
$0.57–$0.83
(86) 020-96891
(86) 020-96891
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Call Contact via email
China Railways K-Class
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24h 45m
Once daily
$26.72–$69.97
(86)12306
(86)12306
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Shanghai Metro
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19 min
Every 10 minutes
$0.66
(86)021-64370000
(86)021-64370000
Call
Bus operators
Found: 1
China Bus Guide
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China Bus Guide
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14h
Once daily
$63.45
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Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai is to train which costs $22.83 - $65.22 and takes 26h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $119.57 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct train between Guangzhou and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Guangzhou to Shanghai station. However, there are services departing from Haizhu Square and arriving at Shanghai Station via Guangzhou South station and Shenzhen North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

Is there a direct flight between Guangzhou and Shanghai?

Yes, there are direct flights between Guangzhou and Shanghai; these take 2h 15m and cost $119.57 - $228.26 .

How far is it from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

The distance between Guangzhou and Shanghai is 1221 km. The road distance is 1434 km.

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

The best way to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai without a car is to train via Shenzhen which takes 9h 36m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guangzhou to Shanghai train from?

Guangzhou to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Guangzhou South station.

Train, bus or fly from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

The best way to get from Guangzhou to Shanghai is to train via Shenzhen which takes 9h 36m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $64.13 - $65.76 and takes 17h 1m, you could also fly, which costs $119.57 - $239.13 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Guangzhou to Shanghai train arrive?

Guangzhou to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Shenzhen North station.

Can I drive from Guangzhou to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Guangzhou to Shanghai is 1434 km. It takes approximately 14h 29m to drive from Guangzhou 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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