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Ten ways to Travel from Qingdao to Shanghai

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Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$368.96

Juneyao Airlines

Website:
juneyaoair.com/
Plane from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$368.96

China Southern Airlines

Website:
csair.com/
Plane from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.61–$356.23

Shanghai Airlines

Website:
ceair.com/
Plane from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$216.28

Shandong Airlines

Website:
sda.cn/
Plane from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$343.51

Suparna Airlines

Website:
yzr.com.cn/
Plane from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.61–$178.12

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Qingdao North to Zhenjiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.71–$45.80
Train from Zhenjiang to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.54–$19.08
Train from Qingdao to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
6h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.06–$101.78
Train from Suzhou to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.49–$7.12
Train from Qingdao to Zhenjiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.98–$47.07

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Qingdao North to Suzhou
Ave. Duration:
9h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.07–$114.50

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Zhenjiang to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.91–$15.27
Train from Suzhou to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.23–$11.45

Shanghai Metro

Phone:
(86)021-64370000
Website:
shmetro.com
Train from Longyang Road to West
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.66

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Qingdao Bus Station to Yancheng
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.96
Bus from Yancheng to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.05

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Qingdao to Shanghai is to bus which costs $39.67 - $40.76 and takes 10h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Qingdao to Shanghai is to fly which takes 2h 23m and costs $108.70 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct train between Qingdao and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Qingdao to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Wusi Plaza and arriving at Shanghai via Qingdao North and Zhenjiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Qingdao to Shanghai?

The distance between Qingdao and Shanghai is 608 km. The road distance is 722.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Qingdao to Shanghai without a car is to train via Zhenjiang which takes 8h 6m and costs $42.39 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Qingdao to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Qingdao to Shanghai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Qingdao to Shanghai?

The best way to get from Qingdao to Shanghai is to fly which takes 2h 23m and costs $108.70 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can train via Zhenjiang, which costs $42.39 - $59.78 and takes 8h 6m, you could also bus, which costs $39.67 - $40.76 and takes 10h 17m.

Where does the Qingdao to Shanghai train arrive?

Qingdao to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Zhenjiang station.

Can I drive from Qingdao to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Qingdao to Shanghai is 722 km. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Qingdao 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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