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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Linfen is to train which costs ¥170 - ¥450 and takes 20h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Linfen is to fly which takes 6h 41m and costs ¥650 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Linfen?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai station to Linfen station. However, there are services departing from Shanghai station and arriving at Linfen Station via Luoyang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 22m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Linfen?

The distance between Shanghai and Linfen is 1080 km. The road distance is 1215.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai to Linfen without a car is to train via Yuci which takes 12h 46m and costs ¥700 - ¥800.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Shanghai to Linfen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Linfen train from?

Shanghai to Linfen train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Shanghai station.

Train or fly from Shanghai to Linfen?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Linfen is to fly which takes 6h 41m and costs ¥650 - ¥2300. Alternatively, you can train via Yuci, which costs ¥700 - ¥800 and takes 12h 46m.

Where does the Shanghai to Linfen train arrive?

Shanghai to Linfen train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Luoyang station.

Can I drive from Shanghai to Linfen?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Linfen is 1215 km. It takes approximately 13h 20m to drive from Shanghai to Linfen.

Where can I stay near Linfen?

There are four+ hotels available in Linfen.

Shanghai to Linfen - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Shanghai to Linfen by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Linfen Qiaoli Airport
best
1. Fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Linfen Qiaoli Airport (LFQ)plane SHA - LFQ
6h 41m
¥678–2,234
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shanghai station to Luoyangtrain Shanghai
2. Take the train from Luoyang to Linfen Stationtrain Shenzhen West
20h 22m
¥171–446
Train via Yuci
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Jinzhongtrain Shanghai
2. Take the train from Jinzhong to Linfen Westtrain Beijing West / ...
12h 46m
¥724–802
Bus, train via Taiyuan
1. Take the bus from Shanghai General to Taiyuan Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Taiyuan South to Linfen West Stationtrain Taiyuan South
20h 56m
¥433–674
Drive 1,215.2 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Linfencar 1,215.2 km
13h 20m
¥1,051–1,517
Fly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Linfen Qiaoli Airport
1. Fly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Linfen Qiaoli Airport (LFQ)plane PVG - LFQ
7h 3m
¥578–2,084
Fly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Yuncheng Zhangxiao Airport, train
1. Fly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Yuncheng Zhangxiao Airport (YCU)plane PVG - YCU
2. Take the train from Yuncheng Station to Linfen Stationtrain
7h 23m
¥1,200–3,956
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shanghai General to Kunshan Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kunshan to Luoyangtrain
3. Take the train from Luoyang to Linfen Stationtrain
25h 38m
¥187–515

Shanghai to Linfen by train

7Weekly Trains

20h 22mAverage Duration

¥171Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,080.3 km
Duration: 6h 41m

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

Air China, China Express Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Linfen Qiaoli Airport (LFQ) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a subway from South Shaanxi Road to Linfen via Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station, Shanghai Hongqiao, Jinzhong, and Linfen West in around 12h 46m.

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