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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Xi'an to Shanghai

Composite routes from Xi'an to Shanghai

Cheapest
13 h 42 min
Car
1379 km.
from $75
Other
10 h 9 min
1218 km.
from $90.48
5 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
1217 km.
from $142.12

Transport providers

Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Website:
shenzhenair.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$394.40
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Sunan
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$254.45

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$394.40
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Sunan
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.42–$254.45

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$394.40
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Sunan
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$343.51

Juneyao Airlines

Website:
juneyaoair.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$394.40
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Sunan
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$254.45

Spring Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.78–$279.90

China Southern Airlines

Website:
csair.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$394.40
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Sunan
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$241.73

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$394.40

Shanghai Airlines

Website:
ceair.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$343.51

Hainan

Website:
hainanairlines.com/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.70–$356.23

Suparna Airlines

Website:
yzr.com.cn/
Plane from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.70–$152.67

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xian North to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
5h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14
Train from Xian North Station to Zhangjiagang
Ave. Duration:
6h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.06–$101.78
Train from Zhangjiagang to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.91–$10.18
Train from Wuxi to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.91–$10.18

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Zhangjiagang to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.81

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Xi'an to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
14h 42m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.90–$55.98
Train from Wuxi to Shanghai
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$12.09

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

Xi'an Metro

Website:
travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/xian/transportation/subway.htm
Train from Xingzheng Zhongxin to North
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.31–$0.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Shanghai?

The cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Shanghai is to train which costs $19.57 - $48.91 and takes 16h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xi'an to Shanghai?

The fastest way to get from Xi'an to Shanghai is to line 4 subway and fly which takes 4h 23m and costs $86.96 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct train between Xi'an and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Xi'an to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Shi Tushuguan and arriving at South Shaanxi Road via Xian North and Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Xi'an to Shanghai?

The distance between Xi'an and Shanghai is 1456 km. The road distance is 1371.6 km.

How do I travel from Xi'an to Shanghai without a car?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Shanghai without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs $81.52 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Xi'an to Shanghai?

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Xi'an to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xi'an to Shanghai train from?

Xi'an to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Xian North station.

Where does the Xi'an to Shanghai train arrive?

Xi'an to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao station.

Can I drive from Xi'an to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Xi'an to Shanghai is 1372 km. It takes approximately 13h 41m to drive from Xi'an 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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