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

The cheapest way to get from Ningbo to Shanghai is to bus which costs ¥85 - ¥130 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ningbo to Shanghai is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs ¥180 - ¥270.

Is there a direct bus between Ningbo and Shanghai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ningbo South and arriving at Shanghai General Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ningbo and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Ningbo to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Ningbo and arriving at South Shaanxi Road via Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Ningbo to Shanghai?

The distance between Ningbo and Shanghai is 327 km. The road distance is 209 km.

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

The best way to get from Ningbo to Shanghai without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥110 - ¥240.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Ningbo to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ningbo to Shanghai bus from?

Ningbo to Shanghai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Ningbo South station.

Where do I catch the Ningbo to Shanghai train from?

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

Train or bus from Ningbo to Shanghai?

The best way to get from Ningbo to Shanghai is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥110 - ¥240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥85 - ¥130 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Ningbo to Shanghai bus arrive?

Ningbo to Shanghai bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Shanghai General Bus Station.

Where does the Ningbo to Shanghai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ningbo to Shanghai?

Yes, the driving distance between Ningbo to Shanghai is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Ningbo to Shanghai.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 1570+ hotels available in Shanghai.

Ningbo to Shanghai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Ningbo to Shanghai by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ningbo to Shanghai Hongqiaotrain Cangnan / ...
2h 26m
¥119–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ningbo South to Shanghai General Bus Stationbus
3h 20m
¥85–130
Drive 209 km
1. Drive from Ningbo to Shanghaicar 209 km
2h 16m
¥182–263
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ningbo to Shanghaitaxi 209 km
2h 16m
¥600–750
Bus via Shanghai South
1. Take the bus from Ningbo to Shanghai Southbus
3h 55m
¥93–129

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 327.1 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Ningbo to Shanghai Hongqiao hourly. Tickets cost ¥140–160 and the journey takes 1h 57m. China Railways D-Class also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Ningbo South to Shanghai General Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥85–130 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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