Shanghai to Guangzhou Trip Overview
Distance 1212 km (757.5 miles) | |
Price range US$ 93-US$ 527 | |
Ride Duration Range 2h 10m-8h 38m | |
Earliest Departure 22:51 | |
Latest Departure 23:15 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a train from Shanghai to Guangzhou
Fastest train: 6h 14m
Cheapest train: US$ 152

About the ride from Shanghai to Guangzhou
Shanghai to Guangzhou Route Information
The distance between Shanghai and Guangzhou is 758 miles, or approximately 1212 kilometers.
There are 2 ways to get from Shanghai to Guangzhou, including train,flight.
The earliest departure leaves at 22:51 and has a duration of 7 hours 52 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Shanghai to Guangzhou by train
- Starting Price: US$ 152
- 35 departures a day, or 245 departures a week
There are 14 travel classes for this journey, including: Hard Sleeper, Soft Sleeper, Bullet Train Sleeper, Standing Class, Second Class Seat, First Class, Hard Seat Class, Business, Deluxe Soft Sleeper, Sleeping, First Class Reserved Seats, Premium First Class Seat, Business Class and Deluxe Sleeping.
Each train ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all train options.
Shanghai to Guangzhou by flight
- Starting Price: US$ 93
- 18 departures a day, or 126 departures a week
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Companies Operating from Shanghai to Guangzhou
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