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Trains from Hangzhou

29Jun
1
Seats
Hangzhou
Shanghai

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Ticket price

Night trains

01:55
HangzhouHangzhou Nan (South)
1h 51m
03:46
ShanghaiShanghaisongjiang
Secondary station
Direct
K Series K528
from
943 USD
1
1h 51m, Direct
01:55
HangzhouHangzhou Nan (South)
03:46
ShanghaiShanghaisongjiang
Secondary station
from
943 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
02:56
HangzhouHangzhou Nan (South)
2h 34m
05:30
ShanghaiShanghaisongjiang
Secondary station
Direct
K Series K80
from
943 USD
1
2h 34m, Direct
02:56
HangzhouHangzhou Nan (South)
05:30
ShanghaiShanghaisongjiang
Secondary station
from
943 USD
1
Direct
InterCity

Morning trains

04:11
HangzhouHangzhou Nan (South)
1h 57m
06:08
ShanghaiShanghai Nan (South)
Secondary station
Direct
D Series D82
from
1789 USD
1
1h 57m, Direct
04:11
HangzhouHangzhou Nan (South)
06:08
ShanghaiShanghai Nan (South)
Secondary station
from
1789 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
04:18
HangzhouHangzhou Nan (South)
1h 56m
06:14
ShanghaiShanghai Nan (South)
Secondary station
Direct
D Series D108
from
1789 USD
1
1h 56m, Direct
04:18
HangzhouHangzhou Nan (South)
06:14
ShanghaiShanghai Nan (South)
Secondary station
from
1789 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:00
HangzhouHangzhou Dong (East)
52m
12:52
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
Direct
G Series G7330
from
2475 USD
1
52m, Direct
12:00
HangzhouHangzhou Dong (East)
12:52
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
from
2475 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
12:04
HangzhouHangzhou Dong (East)
52m
12:56
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
Direct
G Series G7540
from
2475 USD
1
52m, Direct
12:04
HangzhouHangzhou Dong (East)
12:56
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
from
2475 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:03
HangzhouLinpingnan
34m
18:37
ShanghaiJinshan Bei (North)
Direct
G Series G7584
from
1642 USD
1
34m, Direct
18:03
HangzhouLinpingnan
18:37
ShanghaiJinshan Bei (North)
from
1642 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
18:03
HangzhouHangzhouxi
1h 21m
19:24
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
Direct
G Series G7124
from
3724 USD
1
1h 21m, Direct
18:03
HangzhouHangzhouxi
19:24
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
from
3724 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
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First train

00:04
night

Last train

23:35
distance

Travel duration

1h 17m
daily-departure

Daily departures

432
departure-station

Departure station

Hangzhou
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Changes

direct
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Arrival station

Shanghai
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $3
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Fastest trip

27m
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Longest trip

45m

Trains to Hangzhou

Inbound trains reach Hangzhou mainly at Hangzhou East, with some services also arriving at Hangzhou Railway Station, Hangzhou West, and Hangzhou South. China Railway G and D trains from Shanghai Hongqiao arrive in around 45 minutes to 1 hour. Trains from Nanjing South reach Hangzhou in about 1h15m to 1h40m. High-speed services from Beijing South arrive in roughly 4h30m to 6h. Trains from Ningbo reach Hangzhou in around 50m to 1h10m, while services from Yiwu arrive in about 35m to 50m. From Huangshan North, high-speed trains arrive in around 1h30m to 2h, depending on stops and the Hangzhou station served.

Visiting Hangzhou

Hangzhou is one of eastern China's major rail hubs, positioned on high-speed corridors between Shanghai, Nanjing, Beijing, Ningbo, and inland Zhejiang. The city has several main passenger stations, with Hangzhou East handling most long-distance high-speed trains. China Railway operates all national rail services serving Hangzhou, including G, D, C, and conventional train categories. Trains from Hangzhou include high-speed G trains on the Shanghai-Hangzhou, Nanjing-Hangzhou, Hangzhou-Ningbo, and Hangzhou-Huangshan corridors, plus D and C services for regional intercity travel. Hangzhou Railway Station remains useful for selected conventional and high-speed services near the city center, while Hangzhou West and Hangzhou South serve growing high-speed and regional flows on different sides of the city. Rail routes from Hangzhou run northeast toward Shanghai and Suzhou, northwest toward Nanjing and Beijing, southeast toward Ningbo and Wenzhou, southwest toward Yiwu and Jinhua, and west toward Huangshan and Anhui. Book trains from and to Hangzhou online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Hangzhou

From Hangzhou East, China Railway high-speed services run northeast across the Yangtze River Delta toward Shanghai, Suzhou, and Nanjing, with onward connections to Beijing and northern China. Hangzhou West adds capacity for routes toward Anhui, while Hangzhou Railway Station remains useful for selected city-center departures. Southbound and southeastbound trains from Hangzhou link Zhejiang cities including Ningbo, Taizhou, Wenzhou, Yiwu, and Jinhua. Westbound high-speed services connect Hangzhou with Huangshan and other Anhui destinations. Travelers should check the station shown on each ticket because Hangzhou East, Hangzhou West, Hangzhou South, and Hangzhou Railway Station serve different corridors.

Hangzhou

Hangzhou - The capital of Zhejiang province, famous for the UNESCO-listed West Lake and its historical role as a gateway for the tea and silk industries.

Hangzhou Nan (South)

StationStation

Hangzhou

StationStation

Hangzhou Dong (East)

StationStation

Tonglu

StationStation

Hangzhouxi

StationStation

Linpingnan

StationStation

Qiandaohu

StationStation

Jiande

StationStation

Fuyang

StationStation

Tongludong

StationStation

fuyangxi (Hangzhou)

StationStation
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1h 17m

Shanghai

Shanghai - China's largest global financial hub, known for its blend of colonial architecture on the Bund and futuristic skyscrapers in Pudong.

Shanghaisongjiang

StationStation

Shanghai Nan (South)

StationStation

Shanghai

StationStation

Nanxiang Bei (North)

StationStation

Shanghai Xi (West)

StationStation

Shanghai Hongqiao

StationStation

Jinshan Bei (North)

StationStation

Anting Bei (North)

StationStation

Liantang

StationStation

Antingxi

StationStation
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Booking Hangzhou Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Hangzhou with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing China Railway G, D, C, or conventional services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Hangzhou train stations including Hangzhou East, Hangzhou Railway Station, Hangzhou West, and Hangzhou South, depending on the route.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Hangzhou services include regular tickets for China Railway trains, reserved seats on high-speed G and D trains, and sleeper or seat options on selected conventional trains. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on some advance services to and from Shanghai, Beijing, Nanjing, Ningbo, Yiwu, Jinhua, and Huangshan.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Hangzhou train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, Labor Day, and summer holidays. Train prices vary by train category and seat type; ticket counters remain available at major Hangzhou stations. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Hangzhou Train Travel FAQ and Tips

Should I reserve seats on trains from Hangzhou?

China Railway high-speed trains from Hangzhou use assigned seats, so booking creates a reservation for a specific train and seat class. Second Class, First Class, and Business Class are common on G trains, while sleeper berths may be available on selected conventional trains. During Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, and Friday-Sunday travel, book earlier for popular departures.

What are the main train stations in Hangzhou?

Hangzhou East is the city's primary high-speed station and handles most G, D, and C train departures. Hangzhou Railway Station serves selected conventional and high-speed services near the central area. Hangzhou West focuses on newer high-speed corridors toward western Zhejiang and Anhui. Hangzhou South serves Xiaoshan District and supports southbound and regional China Railway services.

What is the main train route from Hangzhou?

The main route from Hangzhou is the high-speed rail corridor to Shanghai, operated by China Railway with frequent G and D trains from Hangzhou East and other city stations. Fast G trains to Shanghai Hongqiao usually take around 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on stops. This corridor is heavily used for business and regional travel across the Yangtze River Delta.

Is there an airport rail connection in Hangzhou?

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is not served by a dedicated national high-speed railway station for intercity trains. Travelers using China Railway usually connect through Hangzhou East, Hangzhou Railway Station, Hangzhou South, or Hangzhou West before continuing to the airport by local transport. For intercity rail booking, choose the Hangzhou station that matches the train route shown in the Rail Monsters search results.

Do high-speed trains serve Hangzhou?

Yes. Hangzhou is a major stop on China's high-speed rail network, with China Railway G trains serving Hangzhou East, Hangzhou West, Hangzhou South, and Hangzhou Railway Station on selected routes. D trains also serve many intercity and regional high-speed corridors. Conventional Z, T, and K trains may appear on longer or overnight routes, depending on the schedule.

What are the main train connections to and from Hangzhou?

Hangzhou connects with Shanghai in around 45 minutes to 1 hour by high-speed train, Nanjing in about 1h15m to 1h40m, Beijing in roughly 4h30m to 6h, Ningbo in around 50m to 1h10m, Yiwu in about 35m to 50m, Jinhua in around 55m to 1h20m, and Huangshan North in about 1h30m to 2h, depending on train type and stops.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Hangzhou?

Book train tickets to and from Hangzhou on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, selecting a China Railway G, D, C, or conventional train, and completing online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Hangzhou services, useful during Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, and Labor Day. Booking confirmation is sent by email.

Can I buy Hangzhou train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute Hangzhou train tickets may be available on some regional departures, but popular G trains to Shanghai, Beijing, Nanjing, Ningbo, and Huangshan can sell out during Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, Labor Day, and summer holidays. Rail Monsters accepts Hangzhou train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, which helps secure preferred departure times and seat classes.
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