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Shanghai Xian High Speed Trains

Shanghai Xian High Speed Rail is a part of the Huxin High Speed Rail (Shanghai to Xinjiang, via Lanzhou). This railway of about 1509 kilometers long starts from the metropolis Shanghai city in the eastern China and reaches the great ancient capital city Xian in Shaanxi Province in central China. The whole way needs only 6 hours to travel by the bullet trains. And as the trains pass Jiangsu Province (Wuxi, Suzhou, Nanjing, etc.), Henan Province (Zhengzhou, Luoyang, etc.), and Mount Huashan before arriving in Xian, passengers could take the several hours to enjoy the beautiful view along the way from east part to the central area of the so wide land. And of course, you also could enjoy the shining essences in each destination passing by with efficiency and leisure.

Shanghai Xian High Speed Train Schedules

● Shanghai to Xian

From To Frequency (day) Operating Hours Duration Detailed Schedule >
Shanghai / Shanghai Hongqiao Xian North Over 10 About 06:10-22:55 About 6-11 hours

● Xian to Shanghai

From To Frequency (day) Operating Hours Duration Detailed Schedule >
Xian North Shanghai / Shanghai Hongqiao Over 10 About 06:26-19:44 About 6-11 hours

What to See along Shanghai Xian High Speed Railway

Shanghai Oriental Pearl Tower

Taking a high speed train between Shanghai and Xian, you would encounter with a large number of worth-enjoying attractions, views, stories, culture and histories along the way in Shanghai, Suzhou, Nanjing, Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Huashan, Xian and so on. Let’s see the highlight of the top famous destinations along Shanghai to Xian High Speed Rail in advance.

Shanghai

Shanghai is not only a large international metropolis in the eastern part in China, where you could reach the top skyscrapers in the whole country and even Asia, such as the Shanghai Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, Jinmao Tower, Oriental Pearl Tower to admire the panorama of this city, have fun in the dreaming Shanghai Disney Resort. Also, you could take time to savor the rich cultural history of it. The Bund is the must-visiting spot to appreciate the multiple old structures styled of various countries from the Republic of China Period. Shanghai Museum is a cool place to enjoy the rich kinds of historical relics in China. Moreover, there are more fresh and new places and activities for you from the whole world to have a wonderful and unforgettable tour in Shanghai.

Shanghai Railway Station (上海站)

Location: District, Shanghai (上海市静安区秣陵路303号 上海火车站)

Transportation: located at the north of city center. Travelers can take metro line 1 to Renmin Square, Shanghai Museum, Nanjing Road; metro line 3 to Shanghai South Railway Station and Zhongshan Park.

Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station (上海虹桥站)

Location: No. 1500, Shengui Road, Minhang district, Shanghai (上海市闵行区申贵路1500号 上海虹桥站); driving about 20km to the downtown.

Transportation: Take the Shanghai Metro Line 2 to People’s Square, Shanghai Museum, Nanjing Road, Shanghai World Financial Center, Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai Railway Station, etc. Take Shanghai Metro Line 10 to Xintiandi, Yuyuan Garden, Nanjing Road, the Bund, Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, etc. A lot of buses and taxies are available.

Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

Shanghai Railway Station (上海站)

Location: District, Shanghai (上海市静安区秣陵路303号 上海火车站)

Transportation: located at the north of city center. Travelers can take metro line 1 to Renmin Square, Shanghai Museum, Nanjing Road; metro line 3 to Shanghai South Railway Station and Zhongshan Park.

Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station (上海虹桥站)

Location: No. 1500, Shengui Road, Minhang district, Shanghai (上海市闵行区申贵路1500号 上海虹桥站); driving about 20km to the downtown.

Transportation: Take the Shanghai Metro Line 2 to People’s Square, Shanghai Museum, Nanjing Road, Shanghai World Financial Center, Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai Railway Station, etc. Take Shanghai Metro Line 10 to Xintiandi, Yuyuan Garden, Nanjing Road, the Bund, Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, etc. A lot of buses and taxies are available.
 

China Train Travel Tips

Class of Ticket

You can usually choose from the First Class Seat, the Second Class Seat or Business Class Seat on the high speed trains. While, there are three types offered on the normal train, including Soft Sleeper, Hard Sleeper and Hard Seat. 

Book, Collect, Alter and Cancel

Foreign tourists can book train ticket online or via a ticket agency, or buy the tickets physically at the train station with your valid passport. Train ticket alteration and cancellation are only available at ticket counters. 

Board & Get off

1) Prepare your passport and China Visa; 2) Get to the right train station at least 30 mins in advance; 3) Collect your train ticket; 4) Read your train ticket; 5) Pass the security control; 6) Pass through Security & Luggage Checks; 7) Find the right waiting room; 8) Cross the ticket checking gate; 9) Get to the right platform; 10) Get on your train. 

Baggage Allowance

Passengers don’t need to check luggage separately. Each passenger is allowed to carry luggage in certain weight and volume, but without limitation of amount and types. 

Facilities and Service

All high speed trains in China are equipped with advanced facilities and good service, including luggage racks, air-conditioner, power socket, dining car, hot water, etc.

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