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ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
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KailiKaili Nan (South)
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Shanghai to Kaili Trains
Shanghai to Kaili High-Speed Train Tickets & Timetable
The Shanghai to Kaili route runs on both high-speed G trains to Kaili South and conventional K/T services to Kaili. Most high-speed departures leave from Shanghai Hongqiao Station, stopping at Hangzhou East, Nanchang West, Changsha South, and Guiyang North before arriving at Kaili South. Typical travel time is 7 h 30 m–9 h for direct G trains; conventional services take 20–25 h. First departures are around 07:00, with last direct services mid‑afternoon; additional 1‑change options run later. Advance booking helps secure seat choice and best prices.
Train ticket classes include Second, First, and Business Class on high-speed trains, and Hard/Soft Seat and Hard/Soft Sleeper on conventional trains. The price range for a one‑way ticket is approximately CNY 420–2,200 (about $58–305 USD), depending on classes and date. For accurate timetable information, ticket availability (especially around peak holidays), and current prices, use the search page to book tickets online. Our online schedule shows live departures, train times, and tickets you can purchase immediately.
Shanghai to Kaili High-Speed Train Overview
The high-speed Shanghai to Kaili route links Shanghai Hongqiao Station with Kaili South Station on the Shanghai–Kunming high-speed line. The distance by train is about 1,850 km (1,149 miles), and the travel time is typically 7.5–9 hours on G‑series Fuxing bullet trains running at up to 300 km/h (186 mph). The first train departs at around 7:20 AM and the last leaves about 4:30 PM, with 6–8 daily departures. Ticket prices start from approximately CNY 650 (USD 90) for a second‑class seat. The Shanghai to Kaili timetable includes key stops such as Hangzhou East, Jinhua, Shangrao, Nanchang West, Changsha South, Huaihua South, and Tongren South. Check the Shanghai to Kaili schedule, compare ticket prices, and book. Book your trip online with Rail Monsters.
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Shanghai to Kaili Train Map
Plan your trip between Shanghai and Kaili on the Shanghai–Kunming High-Speed Railway (Hukun HSR) in China. Shanghai sits on the Huangpu River; Kaili is the gateway to Qiandongnan. Key stops: Shanghai Hongqiao, Hangzhou East, Yiwu, Jinhua, Quzhou, Shangrao, Nanchang West, Changsha South, Huaihua South, Tongren South, then Kaili South. En route: Qiandao Lake, Wuyi Mountains, Poyang Lake, karst valleys near Tongren. Urban transport: Shanghai Metro; in Kaili use buses and taxis for travel.
Shanghai to Kaili Train
High-speed G-class trains on the Shanghai to Kaili route operate on the Shanghai–Kunming High-Speed Railway from Shanghai Hongqiao to Kaili South, typically using Fuxing (CR400 series) and Hexie (CRH380) EMUs. These services run at 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph) on the fastest sections and cover the journey in about 7.5 to 9 hours, with selected stops at hubs such as Hangzhou East, Nanchang West, and Changsha South. Seating is available in Second, First, and Business Class, and trains feature power outlets and trolley or dining options.
In contrast, conventional Z/K services use the older line to Kaili (city station), running at around 120–160 km/h (75–99 mph) and taking roughly 22 to 26 hours. These classic trains offer Hard Seat, Hard Sleeper, and Soft Sleeper classes with a dining car. Travelers prioritizing speed and daytime travel tend to choose the high-speed G-class to Kaili South, while those wanting an overnight sleeper may opt for the conventional service to the city station.
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 dynamic metropolis with treaty-port history, is noted for the Bund skyline, Yu Garden, and Shanghai Tower. From Shanghai Hongqiao Station, the high-speed train takes you to Kaili, where you can visit the Kaili Ethnic Museum and nearby Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, arriving at Kaili South Station. While you're in Kaili, explore Miao and Dong traditions, browse vibrant markets, and try sour fish soup on Old Street.
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