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

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo is to bus which costs ¥75 - ¥110 and takes 3h 20m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai 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 and Ningbo?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai to Ningbo. However, there are services departing from South Shaanxi Road and arriving at Ningbo via Shanghai Hongqiao Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Ningbo?

The distance between Shanghai and Ningbo is 327 km. The road distance is 209.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Shanghai to Ningbo without a car is to line 10 subway and train which takes 2h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Shanghai to Ningbo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Ningbo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Ningbo train from?

Shanghai to Ningbo train services, operated by Shanghai Metro, depart from South Shaanxi Road station.

Where does the Shanghai to Ningbo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shanghai to Ningbo train arrive?

Shanghai to Ningbo train services, operated by Shanghai Metro, arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station.

Can I drive from Shanghai to Ningbo?

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

Where can I stay near Ningbo?

There are 84+ hotels available in Ningbo.

Shanghai to Ningbo - 5 ways to travel via train, line 10 subway, bus, and car

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

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Line 10 subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from South Shaanxi Road to Shanghai Hongqiao Train Station10
2. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao Station to NingboNanjing South / ...
2h 34m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shanghai General Bus Station to Ningbo South
3h 20m
¥75–110
Drive 209.2 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Ningbo209.2 km
2h 16m
¥187–269
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanghai to Ningbo209.2 km
2h 16m
¥600–800
Bus via Shanghai South
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Ningbo
3h 55m
¥77–116

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 327.1 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

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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