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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo is to bus which costs ¥75 - ¥110 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥190 - ¥280.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai Station Station and Ningbo?

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

Is there a direct train between Shanghai Station Station and Ningbo?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai Station Station station to Ningbo. However, there are services departing from Shanghai station and arriving at Ningbo via Zhongshan Park and Shanghai Hongqiao Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo?

The distance between Shanghai Station Station and Ningbo is 354 km. The road distance is 213.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs ¥110 - ¥250.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo bus from?

Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shanghai General Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo train from?

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

Train or bus from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo?

The best way to get from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs ¥110 - ¥250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥75 - ¥110 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo.

Where can I stay near Ningbo?

There are 84+ hotels available in Ningbo.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao Station to NingboNanjing South / ...
2h 43m
¥116–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shanghai General Bus Station to Ningbo South
3h 26m
¥75–110
Drive 213.6 km
1. Drive from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo213.6 km
2h 20m
¥191–275
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanghai Station Station to Ningbo213.6 km
2h 20m
¥650–800
Bus via Shanghai South
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Ningbo
3h 59m
¥77–116

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 353.8 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Shanghai Hongqiao Station to Ningbo hourly. Tickets cost ¥140–160 and the journey takes 1h 38m. China Railways D-Class also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Shanghai General Bus Station to Ningbo South 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥75–110 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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