Currently, two pairs of high-speed trains and five pairs of normal-speed trains operate between Shanghai and Taiyuan. The journey duration when taking a high-speed train is more than 9 hours, which is quite a long time. For normal-speed trains, the journey duration varies from 14 to 21 hours.
Shanghai–Taiyuan High-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Distance:1,588 kilometers (987 miles)
- Terminals:Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, Taiyuan South Railway Station
- Duration:8 to 9½ hours
- Main stops:Suzhou, Nanjing, Hefei, Zhengzhou, Shijiazhuang
Shanghai to Taiyuan High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 7, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1952 | 08:10 | 17:26 | 9 h 16 min |
| G1956 | 11:58 | 21:35 | 9 h 37 min |
Please note:The timetable is just for your reference. If you want up-to-date schedules, you can use the search tool at the top of this page or search via ourChina Highlights train ticket service.
Taiyuan to Shanghai High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 7, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1958 | 08:49 | 17:45 | 8 h 56 min |
| G1954 | 12:26 | 21:17 | 8 h 51 min |
Shanghai to Taiyuan High-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| ¥2,235 ($316) | ¥1,177.5 ($166) | ¥728 ($103) |
Shanghai–Taiyuan Normal-Speed Trains
Quick Facts
- Terminals:Taiyuan Railway Station / Taiyuan South Railway Station, Shanghai South Railway Station / Shanghai Railway Station
- Duration:14 to 21 hours
- Main stops:Suzhou, Changzhou, Nanjing, Xuzhou, Shijiazhuang
Shanghai to Taiyuan Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 7, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K1806 | 14:26 | 11:23+1 | 20 h 57 min |
| K372 | 16:03 | 12:25+1 | 20 h 22 min |
| K1332 | 18:17 | 15:20+1 | 21 h 3 min |
| Z196 | 18:24 | 08:14+1 | 13 h 50 min |
- Please note:火车里ted above are only some of the ones in operation. The timetable is just for your reference.
- “+1” means you will arrive on the second day.
- If you want up-to-date schedules, you can use the search tool at the top of this page or search via ourChina Highlights train ticket service.
Taiyuan to Shanghai Normal-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on April 7, 2020)
| Train Number | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K1808 | 04:36 | 03:51+1 | 23 h 15 min |
| K374 | 16:13 | 14:46+1 | 22 h 33 min |
| Z198 | 19:58 | 09:54+1 | 13 h 56 min |
| K1334 | 21:23 | 16:16+1 | 18 h 53 min |
Shanghai to Taiyuan Normal-Speed Train Ticket Fares
| Superior Soft Sleeper | Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¥902.5 ($142) | ¥476.5–488.5 ($75–77) | ¥177.5–180.5 ($48–49) | ¥177.5–180.5 ($26) |
Travel Tips
Considering the long journey duration on high-speed trains, we recommend you consider theZ trainsthat run between Shanghai and Taiyuan.
The journey duration on a Z train is about 14 hours; however, the price of a sleeper ticket ismuch cheaperthan a high-speed train ticket. You will have a berth to enjoy a rest when you take a Z train.
You can alsoconsider taking a flight. Over 10 pairs of flights operate between Shanghai and Taiyuan every day and the journey duration is about 2½ hours. The full airfare is about 1,300 CNY.
However, you can check to see if there are any discounts in advance. Sometimes, you can find very good discounts, such as 70% off in April 2020.
Station Information
It is about 12 kilometers (7 miles) from Taiyuan South Railway Station to the downtown area. The following public buses operate to the station: 51, 501, 502, 807, 824, 849, 861, and 868.
It is about 22 kilometers (14 miles) from Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station to the downtown area.
The followingsubway linesoperate to the station: 2, 10, and 17.
The followingpublic busesoperate to the station:
- Hongqiao Line: 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10
- Shanghai Line: 189, 316, 320, and 941
- Minhang Line: 23
- Shanghai Airport Line: 1
