Is there a direct train between Pyongyang and Shanghai?

No, there is no direct train from Pyongyang to Shanghai. However, there are services departing from Pyongyang and arriving at South Shaanxi Road via Dandong and Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 35m.

How far is it from Pyongyang to Shanghai?

The distance between Pyongyang and Shanghai is 1294 km.

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

The best way to get from Pyongyang to Shanghai without a car is to train which takes 21h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 50m to get from Pyongyang to Shanghai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pyongyang to Shanghai train from?

Pyongyang to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways, depart from Pyongyang station.

What is the time difference between Pyongyang and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 1h behind Pyongyang. It is currently 8:15 AM in Pyongyang and 7:15 AM in Shanghai.

Where does the Pyongyang to Shanghai train arrive?

Pyongyang to Shanghai train services, operated by China Railways, arrive at Dandong station.

Where can I stay near Shanghai?

There are 1471+ hotels available in Shanghai.

Pyongyang to Shanghai - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Pyongyang to Shanghai by train, plane, or bus

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Pyongyang to Sinŭijutrain
2. Fly from Dandong Langtou Airport (DDG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)plane DDG - PVG
10h 50m
Train
1. Take the train from Pyongyang to Dandongtrain K27/K28
2. Take the train from Dandong to Shanghai Hongqiaotrain Dandong
21h 35m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pyongyang to Sinŭijutrain
2. Take the bus from Dandong to Dalian Southbus
3. Take the bus from Jianshejie Terminal to Shanghai Hutie Terminalbus
31h 24m

Dandong Langtou Airport (DDG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) flights

11Weekly Planes

3h 32mAverage Duration

¥1,014Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,293.5 km
Duration: 10h 50m

What companies run services between Pyongyang, North Korea and Shanghai, China?

You can take a train from Pyongyang to South Shaanxi Road via Dandong, Shanghai Hongqiao, and Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station in around 21h 35m.

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