What is the cheapest way to get from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower?

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower is to night bus which costs ¥16 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower?

The fastest way to get from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs ¥85 - ¥100.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) and Shanghai Tower?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower. However, there are services departing from Hongqiao Airport T1 and arriving at Lujiazui via Yuyuan Garden Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower?

The distance between Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) and Shanghai Tower is 18 km. The road distance is 17.9 km.

Where do I catch the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower train from?

Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower train services, operated by Shanghai Metro, depart from Hongqiao Airport T1 station.

Can I drive from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower is 18 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower.

Where can I stay near Shanghai Tower?

There are 1280+ hotels available in Shanghai Tower.

Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower

Q: How do I travel from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower without a car?

The best way to get from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower without a car is to line 10 subway which takes 43 min and costs .

Q: How long does it take to get from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower?

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower, including transfers.

There are 5 ways to get from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower by subway, night bus, taxi, car, or towncar

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Line 10 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Hongqiao Airport T1 to Yuyuan Garden Station10
43 min
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Hongqiao Airport T2 to East HospitalHongqiao Airport Night Bus Service
1h 16m
¥16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower17.9 km
15 min
¥85–100
Drive 17.9 km
1. Drive from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Shanghai Tower17.9 km
15 min
¥16–24
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Shanghai Tower17.9 km
15 min
¥180–260

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Distance: 17.8 km
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA), China and Shanghai Tower, China?

Shanghai Metro operates a subway from Hongqiao Airport T1 to Yuyuan Garden Station every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Shanghai Airport Authority operates a vehicle from Hongqiao Airport T2 to East Hospital every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥16 and the journey takes 45 min.

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