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

The cheapest way to get from Anhui to Shanghai is to bus which costs ¥140 - ¥200 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anhui to Shanghai is to train via Hefei South which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥140 - ¥350.

Is there a direct bus between Anhui and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct bus from Anhui to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Hefei and arriving at Shanghai South via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Anhui and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Anhui to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Sipailou and arriving at South Shaanxi Road via Dadongmen, Hefei South and Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Anhui to Shanghai?

The distance between Anhui and Shanghai is 465 km. The road distance is 450.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Anhui to Shanghai without a car is to train via Hefei South which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥140 - ¥350.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Anhui to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anhui to Shanghai bus from?

Anhui to Shanghai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Hefei station.

Where do I catch the Anhui to Shanghai train from?

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

Train or bus from Anhui to Shanghai?

The best way to get from Anhui to Shanghai is to train via Hefei South which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥140 - ¥350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥140 - ¥200 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Anhui to Shanghai bus arrive?

Anhui to Shanghai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Shanghai South station.

Where does the Anhui to Shanghai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Anhui to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Anhui to Shanghai is 451 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Anhui to Shanghai.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 1261+ hotels available in Shanghai.

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Train via Hefei South
best
1. Take the train from Hefei South to Shanghai Hongqiaotrain Wuhan / ...
2h 57m
¥149–345
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hefei to Shanghai Southbus
5h 33m
¥144–193
Drive 450.9 km
1. Drive from Hefei to Shanghaicar 450.9 km
4h 35m
¥380–548
Bus to Hefei Xinqiao International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from City Center Terminal to Hefei Xinqiao Airportbus
2. Fly from Hefei Xinqiao International Airport (HFE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)plane HFE - PVG
4h 16m
¥1,080–2,280
Train
1. Take the train from Hefei to Shanghai Hongqiaotrain Xi'an-Shanghai 2 / ...
4h 1m
¥199–235
Train #2
1. Take the train from Hefei South to Shanghai Hongqiaotrain Yichang East
4h 52m
¥157–340
Bus to Nanjing Lukou International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Chuzhou to Nanjing Airportbus
2. Fly from Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)plane NKG - PVG
4h 40m
¥1,220–1,720

Hefei Xinqiao International Airport (HFE) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) flights

9Weekly Planes

1h 17mAverage Duration

¥1,048Cheapest Price

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Distance: 465 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Anhui, China and Shanghai, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Hefei South to Shanghai Hongqiao hourly. Tickets cost ¥190–220 and the journey takes 1h 51m. China Railways D-Class also services this route hourly. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Hefei to Shanghai South twice daily. Tickets cost ¥140–190 and the journey takes 5h.

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