There are 45pairs of trainsrunning between Shanghai and Ningbo, including 43 high-speed trains (34 pairs of G trains and 19 pairs of D trains) and 2 pairs of ordinary trains. High-speed trains operate at Shanghai Hongqiao and Ningbo Stations. Ordinary trains operate at Shanghai South and Ningbo Railway Stations.
In addition, on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, four more D-category bullet trains will be added to this route. The second class ticket between Shanghai and Ningbo is cheaper than a ticket on other bullet trains.
Quick Facts
- Distance:213 kilometers (132 miles)
- Number of trains:50 pairs of bullet trains
- Shortest duration:1 hour 42 minutes
- Terminals:Shanghai Hongqiao Station, Ningbo Railway Station
Shanghai to Ningbo High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 3rd, 2023)
| Train Type | Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G-category trains | G7541 | 05:52 | 07:50 | 1h 58m |
| G7511 | 12:07 | 13:41 | 1h 34m | |
| G7585 | 17:14 | 19:14 | 2h | |
| G7527 | 20:19 | 22:22 | 2h 3m | |
| D-category trains | D2281 | 08:47 | 11:11 | 2h 24m |
| D3141 | 13:18 | 15:25 | 2h 7m | |
| D2125 | 21:01 | 22:57 | 1h 56m |
The timetable above only lists some of high-speed trains from Shanghai Hongqiao to Ningbo, for your reference. The earliest train departs from Shanghai Hongqiao at 05:52; the latest departs at 21:01. Trains run every 20 minutes. You can use the search box at the top of this page to check up-to-date train schedules.
Ningbo to Shanghai High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on May 3rd, 2023)
| Train Type | Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G-category trains | G7532 | 08:34 | 10:56 | 2h 22m |
| G7508 | 10:26 | 12:23 | 1h 57m | |
| G7520 | 16:15 | 18:32 | 2h 17m | |
| G7536 | 21:26 | 23:08 | 1h 42m | |
| D-category trains | D382 | 11:30 | 13:46 | 2h 16m |
| D3292 | 16:10 | 18:36 | 2h 26m | |
| D2424 | 20:11 | 22:31 | 2h 20m |
The timetables above are just for reference. To check the real-time schedule of trains from Ningbo to Shanghai, please click:Ningbo to Shanghai High-Speed Train Schedules.
Shanghai-Ningbo High-Speed Train Ticket Prices
| Train Types | Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| G-category train | US$65 (CNY444) | US$35 (CNY237) | US$21 (CNY144) |
| D-category train | -- | US$27 (CNY186) | US$17 (CNY116) |
D-category列车的票价便宜than that of G-category trains. D-category trains don't have business class.
Transportation to Train Stations
Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station (Chinese: 上海虹桥站)
Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is amodern and airport-likestation with convenient transportation. Taking a taxi or the subway is the easiest way to travel.
By subway:
The subway concourse is located on the first floor underground on the west side of Shanghai Hongqiao Station.Shanghai Metro Line 2to the city center and Pudong International Airport,Line 10to the city center andLine 17to Zhujiajiao Ancient Village converge here.
By bus:
1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 23, 189, 316, 320, 941
By taxi:
The taxi stand is on the first floor underground. From this level, departure or arrival concourses can be reached directly by elevator. Most drivers don't speak English. It is a good idea to prepare a bilingual note with your destination:
- English: Please send me to Shanghai Hongqiao Station.
- Chinese: 你好，请送我到上海虹桥火车站，谢谢！
Ningbo Railway Station (Chinese: 宁波火车站)
By subway: Ningbo Metro Line 2 and Line 4.
By bus: 22, 26, 38, 345, 371, 380, 541, 753, 789, 852, 871, 965
