There are 45 pairs of trains running 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) |
The ticket price of D-category trains is cheaper 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 a modern and airport-like station 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 2 to the city center and Pudong International Airport, Line 10 to the city center and Line 17 to 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
