The G99 and G100 routes represent the high-speed trains shuttling between Shanghai and Hong Kong, with the renowned Fuxing Hao CR400BF train type, affectionately known as the 'Golden Phoenix,' boasting speeds of up to 420 kilometers (261 miles) per hour.
With the anticipated surge in international flights to Shanghai in 2024, a growing trend emerges among tourists to fly into China via Shanghai and depart from Hong Kong, or vice versa. Consequently, the demand for train services between these bustling metropolises is on the rise. To ensure a smooth journey, it's advisable to secure tickets well in advance.
Shanghai-Hong Kong High-Speed Trains
- Distance: 1,632 kilometers (1,014 miles)
- Train number: G99/G100
- Duration: around 8 hours
- Terminals: Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station (Chinese: 上海虹桥站), Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station (Chinese: 西九龙站)
- Main stops: Shanghai, Hangzhou, Nanchang, Changsha, Shenzhen, Hong Kong
Shanghai to Hong Kong High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on March 1st, 2024)
G99: Shanghai Hongqiao to Hong Kong West Kowloon | ||
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Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
Shanghai Hongqiao | 14:09 | |
Hangzhou East | 14:58 | 15:01 |
Jinhua | 15:45 | 15:48 |
Shangrao | 16:33 | 16:35 |
Nanchang West | 17:32 | 17:52 |
Ganzhou West | 19:29 | 19:32 |
Huizhou North | 20:51 | 20:53 |
Guangmingcheng | 21:13 | 21:15 |
Shenzhen North | 21:32 | 21:37 |
West Kowloon | 21:55 |
Check the up-to-date schedules of the Shanghai to Hong Kong high-speed train.
Hong Kong to Shanghai High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on March 1st, 2024)
G100: Hong Kong West Kowloon to Shanghai Hongqiao | ||
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Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
West Kowloon | 11:36 | |
Shenzhen North | 11:54 | 11:59 |
Huizhou North | 12:27 | 12:29 |
Heyuan East | 12:48 | 12:50 |
Ganzhou West | 13:59 | 14:03 |
Nanchang West | 15:41 | 16:03 |
Shangrao | 17:01 | 17:03 |
Jinhua | 17:47 | 17:49 |
Hangzhou East | 18:35 | 18:38 |
Shanghai Hongqiao | 19:25 |
Check the up-to-date schedules of the Hong Kong to Shanghai high-speed train.
Seat Classes and Prices for the Shanghai Hong Kong Bullet Trains
Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
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US$413 (CNY2,856.5) | US$211 (CNY1,452.5) | US$130 (CNY894) |
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How to Book Train Ticket to/from Hong Kong
Reservations for train tickets between Hong Kong and Shanghai become available 15 days before departure. The most convenient way is to book tickets online with a reliable travel agency like China Highlights.
We provide a professional 24/7 one-to-one service as well as continuous after-sales support. Both high-speed and normal overnight train tickets can be booked. Our easy-to-use English booking system helps you book tickets in just a few simple steps:
- For Hong Kong high-speed train tickets, click the tab for "China Train" in the search box.
- Fill in the passenger(s) information and make a booking.
- Submit the booking and make your payment.
- Now there are only a few more steps for you to get your tickets! Click our China Train Ticket Booking Service.
Also read Instructions for Purchasing High-Speed Train Tickets to/from Hong Kong.
Hong Kong to Shanghai, by Train or Airplane?
High-Speed Train | Airplane | ||
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Ticket Price | US$130 for second class US$211 for first class |
US$120-US$300 for economy class | |
Duration | 8 hours | 2.5-3 hours | |
Frequency | 1 high-speed train per day | 5 flights per day | |
Punctuality | Punctual | Occasional delays | |
Seat Space | More leg room than on an airplane | Cramped | |
Pros | 1. The fastest mode of transportation between Xi'an and Chengdu 2. Airfare can be competitive when there are discounts |
1. The fastest mode of transportation between Xi'an and Chengdu 2. Airfare can be competitive when there are discounts |
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Cons | 1. Bullet train stations are a bit far from downtowns 2. Sometimes it is noisy on train carriages especially during Chinese holidays |
1. Seats on airplanes are cramped 2. Airports are far from downtown areas 3. It takes more time for boarding airplanes 4. Not much window views |
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In conclusion | If travel time is your first concern, than flight is the best choice for you. If you are on a budget, normal-speed train is a cost-effective and comfortable choice. |