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Shanghai to Tianmen High-Speed Train Tickets & Timetable
The Shanghai to Tianmen route is served by China Railway high-speed G/D services with a change most commonly at Hankou (Wuhan), arriving at Tianmen South (Tianmen Nan) station; slower K/T services are also available with 1–2 changes. On G/D trains, seating classes include Second Class, First Class, and Business Class; on overnight services, choose Hard Sleeper or Soft Sleeper. Typical high-speed travel time is about 5 h 50 m–7 h 30 m; overnight options take about 12–16 h. Daily departures run from early morning to early evening from Shanghai Hongqiao (plus some conventional trains from Shanghai Railway Station) toward Wuhan/Hankou, with onward departures to Tianmen South roughly every 60–90 minutes—check train times on the online schedule. Price range (one-way): Second Class ¥420–660 (about $58–92), First Class ¥680–980 (about $94–136), Business Class ¥1,250–1,850 (about $173–257); Hard Sleeper ¥360–520 (about $50–72), Soft Sleeper ¥540–820 (about $75–114). For accurate timetable information, current ticket availability, and class fares, use the search page to compare prices and purchase your train ticket. To secure the best prices and preferred seats, book tickets online as soon as sales open (typically 15 days before departure). Tickets can be issued from Shanghai Hongqiao or Shanghai Railway Station to Tianmen South station; real-time departures, prices, and seat status are displayed on the search page.
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Shanghai to Tianmen High-Speed Rail Overview
The high-speed Shanghai to Tianmen train route links Shanghai Hongqiao with Tianmen South (Hubei) on the China Railway High-Speed (CRH) network, usually with one transfer at Wuhan (Hankou). Covering about 950 km (590 miles) by train, the full trip typically takes 5.5–7 hours, with CRH bullet trains running up to 350 km/h (217 mph) on the Shanghai–Wuhan section. The first connection departs at 06:00, and the last leaves around 19:30, with numerous daily departures across both legs. Ticket prices for second class start from approximately CNY 600 (USD 85) for Shanghai to Tianmen. Key stations on this route include Shanghai Hongqiao, Nanjing South, Hefei South, Wuhan/Hankou, Xiantao West, and Tianmen South. For the Shanghai to Tianmen timetable and schedule, book tickets and Book your trip online with Rail Monsters.
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Shanghai to Tianmen Train Map
Plan your trip between Shanghai and city Tianmen, China. Shanghai is a coastal finance and port hub; Tianmen sits on the Jianghan Plain. Travel via Shanghai–Nanjing Intercity, Nanjing–Hefei, Hefei–Wuhan HSR, then Hankou–Yichang (Hanyi) to Tianmen South. Key stops: Shanghai Hongqiao, Suzhou, Wuxi, Changzhou, Nanjing South, Chuzhou, Bengbu South, Hefei South, Lu’an, Wuhan (Wuhan Station), Hankou, Tianmen South. Sights: Taihu basin, Yangtze bridges at Nanjing/Wuhan, Dabie Mountains, Jianghan Plain. Use Wuhan Metro for Wuhan–Hankou transfer for transport.
Shanghai to Tianmen Train
Two main services cover the Shanghai to Tianmen route. Most travelers pair a G-series Fuxing high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Wuhan (often Hankou Station) with a D-series EMU on the Wuhan–Yichang (Hanyi) Railway to Tianmen South. G-series sets such as CR400AF/BF and CRH380 run up to 300–350 km/h (186–217 mph), while the Hanyi section is capped around 200 km/h (124 mph). Seating on G trains includes Second, First, and Business Class; D trains usually offer Second and First Class.
The fastest option uses a G-series train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Wuhan/Hankou in roughly 4–4.5 hours, then a D-series hop to Tianmen South in about 40–60 minutes. End-to-end, plan around 5.5–6.5 hours depending on connection times and intermediate stops.
A limited number of through D-series services also run from Shanghai to Tianmen South via Nanjing and Hefei, operating at 200–250 km/h (124–155 mph) on much of the corridor and around 200 km/h (124 mph) between Wuhan and Tianmen South. These single-seat rides typically take about 6.5–7.5 hours. Both options feature assigned seating, air-conditioning, power outlets, and trolley service; G-series Business Class adds wider, recliner-style seats.
Cities at Both Ends
Shanghai, China’s largest city, is known for the Bund, Yu Garden, and the skyscrapers of Lujiazui. From Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, high-speed trains run to Tianmen South Railway Station. Tianmen in Hubei lies on the Jianghan Plain and is famed as the birthplace of tea master Lu Yu; visit the Jingling ancient city site and local museums, and try Hubei noodles and fresh market snacks.
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