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 2025, 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 scenic railway mapShanghai to Hong Kong High-Speed Train Schedules
(Updated on March 6th, 2025)
| G99: Shanghai Hongqiao to Hong Kong West Kowloon | ||
|---|---|---|
| Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
| Shanghai Hongqiao | 13:53 | |
| Suzhou South | 14:20 | 14:22 |
| Hangzhou West | 15:06 | 15:10 |
| Huangshan North | 16:24 | 16:28 |
| Nanchang East | 17:46 | 17:49 |
| 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 | 21:56 | |
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 6th, 2025)
| G100: Hong Kong West Kowloon to Shanghai Hongqiao | ||
|---|---|---|
| Station Name | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
| West Kowloon | 11:37 | |
| Shenzhen North | 11:55 | 11:59 |
| Huizhou North | 12:27 | 12:29 |
| Heyuan East | 12:49 | 12:51 |
| Ganzhou West | 13:56 | 13:59 |
| Nanchang East | 15:39 | 15:45 |
| Huangshan North | 17:06 | 17:09 |
| Hangzhou West | 18:27 | 18:31 |
| Suzhou South | 19:14 | 19:16 |
| Shanghai Hongqiao | 19:43 | |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| US$395 (CNY2,856.5) | US$201 (CNY1,452.5) | US$124 (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.
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Also read Instructions for Purchasing High-Speed Train Tickets to/from Hong Kong.
Second-Class Carriage of Shanghai to Hong Kong High-Speed TrainHong Kong to Shanghai, by Train or Airplane?
| High-Speed Train | Airplane | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket Price | US$124 for second class US$201 for first class US$395 for business class |
US$120-US$300 for economy class US$441 for business class |
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| Duration | 7 hours and 46 minutes | 3 hours | |
| Frequency | 1 high-speed train per day | 32 direct flights per day | |
| Punctuality | Punctual | Occasional delays | |
| Seat Space | More leg room than on an airplane | Cramped | |
| Pros | 1. More rooms inside the train for passengers 2. Go through both Mainland and Hong Kong's customs at West Kowloon station |
1. The fastest mode of transportation between Shanghai and Hong Kong. 2. Airfare can be competitive when there are discounts |
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| Cons | Duration is longer than flights | 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 5. Have to go through customs at both Shanghai and Hong Kong's airports |
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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, High-speed train is a cost-effective and comfortable choice. | ||
Transportation between Airports and Train Stations in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong airport to Shanghai Hongqiao station - It takes one hour and 40 minutes to go from Pudong airport to Hongqiao station. Just board the subway line 2 at Pudong Airport subway stop and disembark at Hongqiao Station subway stop. Totally there are 26 pass-by subway stops.
Shanghai Hongqiao airport to Shanghai Hongqiao station - Board the subway line 2 or 10 at the Terminal 2 of Hongqiao Airport subway stop, and disembark at Hongqiao Station subway stop. It only takes around 10 minutes for this short subway trip.
How to Go through Customs at Hong Kong West Kowloon Station?
For travelers journeying between Shanghai and Hong Kong, customs formalities are streamlined at West Kowloon Station, regardless of direction.
Shanghai to Hong Kong: Upon arrival at West Kowloon Station's B4 level, passengers will smoothly transition to B2 via elevator for China Mainland exit formalities, followed by entry formalities for Hong Kong.
Hong Kong to Shanghai: Travelers departing from Hong Kong will proceed to B3 at West Kowloon Station for Hong Kong exit procedures, seamlessly transitioning to China Mainland entry formalities.