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Shanghai to Dalian Trains

Shanghai to Dalian High-Speed Train Tickets & Timetable

The Shanghai to Dalian route offers multiple train ticket options and seating classes: Second Class, First Class, and Business Class on G-series high-speed services, plus Hard/Soft Sleeper on overnight trains. Most high-speed trips depart Shanghai Hongqiao Station and arrive at Dalian North (Dalianbei); classic services use Shanghai Station to Dalian Station. Key hubs on this corridor include Nanjing South, Xuzhou East, Jinan West, Beijing South, Tianjin West, and Shenyang North. Direct high-speed departures are limited; the fastest end-to-end journeys with one change take about 8 h 40 m, with typical train times of 9–11.5 h. To secure preferred seats and the best prices, book tickets online in advance. The price range for a one-way train ticket is approximately ¥660–3,200 CNY (about $91–441 USD), depending on train type and classes. For precise timetable information, live ticket availability, and current prices, use the search page to compare options and purchase tickets. Our online schedule shows real-time departures, train times, and fares for all tickets.
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Shanghai to Dalian High-Speed Train Overview

The high-speed train Shanghai to Dalian route links Shanghai Hongqiao and Dalian North with G-series Fuxing bullet trains. Covering approximately 2,400 km (1,491 miles), the journey takes around 10 hours at speeds up to 350 km/h (217 mph). The first train departs at 6:00 AM and the last leaves at 5:30 PM, with over 30 daily departures; key stops include Nanjing South, Xuzhou East, Jinan West, Beijing South, and Shenyang. Ticket prices start from approximately CNY 850 (USD 120) for second class. Book your trip online with Rail Monsters.

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Shanghai to Dalian Train Map

Shanghai to Dalian Train Map
Plan your trip from Shanghai to city Dalian in China on China Railway High-speed G-series trains. Shanghai is a Huangpu River financial hub; Dalian is a port city on the Liaodong Peninsula. The route typically uses the Beijing-Shanghai HSR (Jinghu), Beijing-Shenyang HSR (Jingshen), and Shenyang-Dalian section of the Harbin-Dalian HSR (Hada). Key stations: Shanghai Hongqiao, Nanjing South, Jinan West, Tianjin South, Beijing South/Chaoyang, Shenyang, Dalian North. Sights: Yellow River near Jinan, Mount Tai near Taian, Bohai Rim plains. Ideal for travel and transport planning.

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FAQ about the Shanghai - Dalian Route

How much is the high-speed train from Shanghai to Dalian?
A one-way second-class seat on a direct G-series high-speed train from Shanghai to Dalian typically costs about 1,050 to 1,350 CNY (146 USD - 188 USD). Pricing varies slightly by departure time and train. You can also buy a round-trip ticket on Rail Monsters website or mobile apps for iOS and Android. To get better prices, consider booking earlier.
How to buy a train ticket from Shanghai to Dalian?
Buying a train ticket from Shanghai to Dalian is easy and can be done online to avoid crowd at any major station in China. You can book directly using our services at Rail Monsters, which offers a clear checkout and instant confirmation. Make sure to reserve your seat in advance, especially during busy seasons, to guarantee availability on the train of your choice.
How to book train tickets from Dalian to Shanghai?
Booking train tickets from Dalian to Shanghai is straightforward. You can reserve seats online via Rail Monsters for both G-series high-speed and D-series overnight trains, select your preferred class, and use your passport details for issuance. It’s advisable to book in advance, especially during peak travel periods.
What train to take from Shanghai to Dalian?
For daytime travel, choose a G-series high-speed train; some run direct between Shanghai Hongqiao and Dalian North, while others involve one easy change, commonly at Beijing South or Tianjin West. If you prefer traveling overnight, D-series sleeper trains are available and can be cost-effective, though they take longer. All of these are operated by China Railway and run multiple times daily.
How long is the high-speed train from Shanghai to Dalian?
The high-speed train from Shanghai to Dalian typically takes around 9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hours on G-series services, depending on whether the train is direct or involves one change. If you take an overnight D-series sleeper, the travel time is usually around 14 to 16 hours. This connection is a practical way to travel between the two cities.
How fast is the high-speed train from Dalian to Shanghai?
G-series trains on this route run at up to 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph). This allows the journey to be completed in roughly 9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hours, depending on stops and connections.
How much is the high-speed train from Shanghai to Dalian?
A one-way second-class seat on a direct G-series high-speed train from Shanghai to Dalian typically costs about 1,050 to 1,350 CNY (146 USD - 188 USD). Pricing varies slightly by departure time and train. You can also buy a round-trip ticket on Rail Monsters website or mobile apps for iOS and Android. To get better prices, consider booking earlier.
How to buy a train ticket from Shanghai to Dalian?
Buying a train ticket from Shanghai to Dalian is easy and can be done online to avoid crowd at any major station in China. You can book directly using our services at Rail Monsters, which offers a clear checkout and instant confirmation. Make sure to reserve your seat in advance, especially during busy seasons, to guarantee availability on the train of your choice.
How to book train tickets from Dalian to Shanghai?
Booking train tickets from Dalian to Shanghai is straightforward. You can reserve seats online via Rail Monsters for both G-series high-speed and D-series overnight trains, select your preferred class, and use your passport details for issuance. It’s advisable to book in advance, especially during peak travel periods.
What train to take from Shanghai to Dalian?
For daytime travel, choose a G-series high-speed train; some run direct between Shanghai Hongqiao and Dalian North, while others involve one easy change, commonly at Beijing South or Tianjin West. If you prefer traveling overnight, D-series sleeper trains are available and can be cost-effective, though they take longer. All of these are operated by China Railway and run multiple times daily.
How long is the high-speed train from Shanghai to Dalian?
The high-speed train from Shanghai to Dalian typically takes around 9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hours on G-series services, depending on whether the train is direct or involves one change. If you take an overnight D-series sleeper, the travel time is usually around 14 to 16 hours. This connection is a practical way to travel between the two cities.
How fast is the high-speed train from Dalian to Shanghai?
G-series trains on this route run at up to 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph). This allows the journey to be completed in roughly 9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hours, depending on stops and connections.
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