3h 13m, Direct
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ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
09:25
HefeiHefei Nan (South)
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Shanghai to Hefei High-Speed Train Tickets & Timetable
The Shanghai to Hefei high-speed route offers multiple train ticket options and seating classes: Second, First, and Business. Most G-series services depart Shanghai Hongqiao Station for Hefei South Station, with key stops at Suzhou North, Wuxi East, Nanjing South, and Chuzhou; fastest train times are about 2h 40m (typical 2h 40m–3h 20m). It’s recommended to book tickets online early to secure the best prices and preferred seats. The price range for a one-way Second Class ticket is CNY 275–320 (around $38–44 USD), with higher prices for First and Business. For precise timetable information, ticket availability, and classes, use the search page to compare options and purchase tickets. Our online schedule provides real-time departures, train times, and prices.
Shanghai to Hefei High-Speed Rail Overview
The Shanghai to Hefei high-speed rail route connects Shanghai Hongqiao with Hefei South on Fuxing G-series bullet trains. The distance by train is 467 km (290 miles), and the fastest services take 2 hours 50 minutes with top speeds up to 300 km/h (186 mph). The first train departs at 6:00 AM, while the last leaves at 9:30 PM, with over 60 daily departures on the Shanghai to Hefei timetable. Ticket prices start from approximately CNY 228 (USD 32) for second-class seats. Key stations on the route include Suzhou, Wuxi, Changzhou, Zhenjiang, Nanjing South, and Chuzhou. Book your trip online with Rail Monsters.
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Shanghai to Hefei Train Map
Plan your trip from Shanghai to city Hefei in China via the China Railway High-speed (CRH) transport network. Shanghai, a coastal finance hub; Hefei, Anhui’s capital by Chaohu Lake. The route uses the Beijing–Shanghai High-Speed Railway to Nanjing South, then the Hefei–Nanjing Passenger Railway to Hefei South. Key stations: Shanghai Hongqiao, Suzhou, Wuxi, Changzhou, Zhenjiang, Nanjing South, Chuzhou. Views include Taihu corridors near Wuxi, Yangtze spans by Nanjing, Jiangsu paddies, and the Chaohu basin. G-series services operate.
Shanghai to Hefei Train
All high-speed trains on the Shanghai to Hefei route offer reserved seating in Second and First Class, and many G-series Fuxing services also include Business Class. Carriages typically feature 2+3 seating in Second Class and 2+2 in First, with power outlets, luggage racks, and an onboard trolley for drinks and snacks.
The fastest option is the G-series Fuxing (CR400) from Shanghai Hongqiao to Hefei South. These trains run up to 350 km/h (217 mph) on the Shanghai–Nanjing high-speed section and 250–300 km/h (155–186 mph) between Nanjing and Hefei, finishing the trip in about 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes with limited stops, commonly at Nanjing South. In comparison, D-series Hexie services (CRH) operate at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph), make more intermediate stops such as Suzhou, Wuxi, Changzhou, Zhenjiang, and Chuzhou, and usually take around 3 to 4 hours.
For a more premium setup, Business Class on selected G-series Fuxing trains offers wider seating and a quieter cabin.
Z-class
Z-class non-stop expresses link major cities overnight with direct long-distance service
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CRH G-class
G-class CRH trains operate up to 350 km/h for fast intercity travel
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D-class
D-class trains commonly reach service speeds up to 250 km/h
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T-class
T-class Express connects major Chinese cities, reaching about 160 km/h
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Y
Y trains serve long overnight routes with comfortable soft-sleeper cabins.
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K-class
K-class Fast Express serves long routes with sleepers, dining cars and 120 km/h speeds
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C-Class
C-Class intercity trains run frequent short routes, often reaching speeds up to 250 km/h
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Cities at Both Ends
Shanghai, China’s largest city, blends colonial-era Bund vistas with modern Lujiazui skyscrapers and the historic Yu Garden; once a key treaty port, it shaped modern commerce and culture. From Shanghai Hongqiao Station, the high-speed train takes you to Hefei, where you can visit the Bao Gong Temple and Anhui Museum, arriving at Hefei South Station. While you're in Hefei, sample Huizhou cuisine on Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street.
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