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How to Travel from

Shanghai to Suzhou

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Shanghai, China → Suzhou, China

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shanghai to Suzhou

Composite routes from Shanghai to Suzhou

Cheapest

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hefei
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$699.74
Plane from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Nanjing
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.07–$508.90

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Shanghai Station to Chuzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.72–$29.26
Train from Shanghai Station to Suzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.98–$47.07
Train from Nanjing South to Suzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.63–$24.17
Train from Shanghai to Suzhou
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.49–$7.12

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Shanghai to Bengbu
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.45–$22.26
Train from Shanghai to Suzhou
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.23–$11.45

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Chuzhou North to Suzhou
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.96–$15.27
Train from Bengbu to Suzhou
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.05–$10.18
Train from Shanghai to Suzhou
Ave. Duration:
7h 13m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$26.72

Shanghai Metro

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

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Hefei to Suzhou
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.38
Bus from Shanghai General to Jiangsu
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.03

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Suzhou is to train which costs $8.70 - $22.83 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Suzhou is to train via Chuzhou which takes 5h 25m and costs $27.17 - $38.04 .

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Suzhou?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shanghai and arriving at Suzhou. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Suzhou?

The distance between Shanghai and Suzhou is 596 km. The road distance is 565.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai to Suzhou without a car is to train via Chuzhou which takes 5h 25m and costs $27.17 - $38.04 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Shanghai to Suzhou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Suzhou train from?

Shanghai to Suzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Shanghai Station.

Where does the Shanghai to Suzhou train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shanghai to Suzhou?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Suzhou is 565 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Shanghai to Suzhou.

Where can I stay near Suzhou?

There are 14+ hotels available in Suzhou. Prices start at $15.17 per night.
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