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Shanghai to Tianmen Trains

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
Tianmen
07:01
ShanghaiShanghai Nan (South)
Secondary station
8h 49m
15:50
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
Direct
D-class - CRH Train D2216
from
1378 USD
1
8h 49m, Direct
07:01
ShanghaiShanghai Nan (South)
Secondary station
15:50
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
from
1378 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
07:02
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
6h 11m
13:13
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
Direct
D-class - CRH Train D3072
from
1065 USD
1
6h 11m, Direct
07:02
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
13:13
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
from
1065 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
07:34
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
8h 16m
15:50
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
Direct
D-class - CRH Train D2216
from
1359 USD
1
8h 16m, Direct
07:34
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
15:50
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
from
1359 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
13:27
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
6h 7m
19:34
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
Direct
D-class - CRH Train D3026
from
6613 USD
1
6h 7m, Direct
13:27
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
19:34
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
from
6613 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
13:53
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
6h 18m
20:11
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
Direct
D-class - CRH Train D3006
from
6613 USD
1
6h 18m, Direct
13:53
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
20:11
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
from
6613 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
14:54
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
6h 33m
21:27
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
Direct
G-class - CRH Train G2384
from
8744 USD
1
6h 33m, Direct
14:54
ShanghaiShanghai Hongqiao
21:27
TianmenTianmen Nan (South)
from
8744 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

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

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.

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FAQ about the Shanghai - Tianmen Route

How to buy a train ticket from Shanghai to Tianmen?
Buy online with Rail Monsters to lock in seats before you travel. Enter passenger names exactly as shown on passports; you’ll board with your original passport at the station. After purchase, your e-ticket is issued and seat assignments are confirmed once allocated by the railway.
How fast is the high-speed train from Tianmen to Shanghai?
On the high-speed segments, trains operate at up to 300 km/h (186 mph). With one connection, the total journey typically takes around 5 to 6.5 hours depending on the transfer at Hankou (Wuhan).
How long is the train from Shanghai to Tianmen?
The high-speed journey with one transfer at Hankou (Wuhan) usually takes about 5 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes, depending on the connection time. Conventional overnight trains on alternative routings can take 10 to 12 hours or more and may require additional local connections.
How to book train tickets from Tianmen to Shanghai?
You can book tickets online through Rail Monsters for both segments (Tianmen South to Hankou and Hankou to Shanghai Hongqiao) in one order. Seats are limited around national holidays (Spring Festival, Golden Week, summer weekends), so it’s advisable to secure reservations as early as possible to keep preferred times and seating.
How much is the high-speed train from Shanghai to Tianmen?
A one-way second-class ticket from Shanghai to Tianmen (via Hankou/Wuhan with 1 transfer) is approximately 440 to 580 CNY (61 USD - 81 USD). This reflects typical fares with booking and service fees included. Prices vary by train, seat class, and date. You can purchase one-way or round-trip tickets on Rail Monsters website or mobile apps for iOS and Android.
What train to take from Shanghai to Tianmen?
The recommended option is China Railway’s G-series high-speed service from Shanghai Hongqiao to Hankou (Wuhan), then a G or D train from Hankou to Tianmen South. These services run on the Shanghai–Wuhan and Wuhan–Yichang high-speed corridors and offer reserved seating with multiple departures daily.
How to buy a train ticket from Shanghai to Tianmen?
Buy online with Rail Monsters to lock in seats before you travel. Enter passenger names exactly as shown on passports; you’ll board with your original passport at the station. After purchase, your e-ticket is issued and seat assignments are confirmed once allocated by the railway.
How fast is the high-speed train from Tianmen to Shanghai?
On the high-speed segments, trains operate at up to 300 km/h (186 mph). With one connection, the total journey typically takes around 5 to 6.5 hours depending on the transfer at Hankou (Wuhan).
How long is the train from Shanghai to Tianmen?
The high-speed journey with one transfer at Hankou (Wuhan) usually takes about 5 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes, depending on the connection time. Conventional overnight trains on alternative routings can take 10 to 12 hours or more and may require additional local connections.
How to book train tickets from Tianmen to Shanghai?
You can book tickets online through Rail Monsters for both segments (Tianmen South to Hankou and Hankou to Shanghai Hongqiao) in one order. Seats are limited around national holidays (Spring Festival, Golden Week, summer weekends), so it’s advisable to secure reservations as early as possible to keep preferred times and seating.
How much is the high-speed train from Shanghai to Tianmen?
A one-way second-class ticket from Shanghai to Tianmen (via Hankou/Wuhan with 1 transfer) is approximately 440 to 580 CNY (61 USD - 81 USD). This reflects typical fares with booking and service fees included. Prices vary by train, seat class, and date. You can purchase one-way or round-trip tickets on Rail Monsters website or mobile apps for iOS and Android.
What train to take from Shanghai to Tianmen?
The recommended option is China Railway’s G-series high-speed service from Shanghai Hongqiao to Hankou (Wuhan), then a G or D train from Hankou to Tianmen South. These services run on the Shanghai–Wuhan and Wuhan–Yichang high-speed corridors and offer reserved seating with multiple departures daily.
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