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

The cheapest way to get from Shantou to Ningbo is to train via Xiamen North Station which costs ¥340 - ¥800 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shantou to Ningbo is to fly which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥430 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct train between Shantou and Ningbo?

No, there is no direct train from Shantou to Ningbo. However, there are services departing from Shantou and arriving at Ningbo via Chaoshan and Xiamen North Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Shantou to Ningbo?

The distance between Shantou and Ningbo is 879 km. The road distance is 1037.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shantou to Ningbo without a car is to train via Xiamen North Station which takes 7h 51m and costs ¥340 - ¥800.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Shantou to Ningbo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shantou to Ningbo train from?

Shantou to Ningbo train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Chaoshan station.

Train, bus or fly from Shantou to Ningbo?

The best way to get from Shantou to Ningbo is to fly which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥430 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can train via Xiamen North Station, which costs ¥340 - ¥800 and takes 7h 51m, you could also bus, which costs ¥380 - ¥550 and takes 16h 3m.

Where does the Shantou to Ningbo train arrive?

Shantou to Ningbo train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Xiamen North Station.

Can I drive from Shantou to Ningbo?

Yes, the driving distance between Shantou to Ningbo is 1038 km. It takes approximately 11h 5m to drive from Shantou to Ningbo.

Where can I stay near Ningbo?

There are 85+ hotels available in Ningbo.

Shantou to Ningbo - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Shantou to Ningbo by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Ningbo Lishe International Airport
best
1. Fly from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB)SWA - NGB
2h 39m
¥438–1,009
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chaoshan to NingboShenzhen North
8h 42m
¥328–768
Train via Xiamen North Station
1. Take the train from Chaoshan to Xiamen North StationShenzhen North
2. Take the train from Xiamen North Station to NingboZhuhai / ...
7h 51m
¥342–789
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shantou to Zhoushan Putuo
2. Take the bus from Zhoushan Putuo to Ningbo South
16h 3m
¥389–533
Drive 1,037.5 km
1. Drive from Shantou to Ningbo1,037.5 km
11h 5m
¥927–1,338
Fly to Zhoushan, bus
1. Fly from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Zhoushan (HSN)SWA - HSN
2. Take the bus from Zhoushan Putuo to Ningbo South
3h 43m
¥1,519–4,758
Fly to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, train
1. Fly from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)SWA - HGH
2. Take the train from Hangzhou East to Ningbo
4h 2m
¥516–1,292
Fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, train
1. Fly from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)SWA - SHA
2. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao Station to Ningbo
4h 23m
¥584–1,693

Shantou to Ningbo by train

21Weekly Trains

7h 51mAverage Duration

¥342Cheapest Price

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Distance: 879 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shantou to Ningbo via Chaoshan and Xiamen North Station in around 7h 51m.

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