Which stations serve Baotou and Shanghai?

Baotou, Baotoubei, Baotoudong serve Baotou; Shanghai, Shanghaihongqiao, Shanghai South, Shanghaisongjiang, Shanghai West serve Shanghai.

Baotou to Shanghai Train

包头 → 上海

Baotou to Shanghai takes between 8 minutes and 23 hours 38 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 8 direct services, with the first train at 07:40 and the last at 12:43. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

Interactive route map showing the rail network around Baotou and Shanghai. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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From

Date

Direct Train Schedule

8 direct services

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration
Z281	07:40Baotou	08:44Shanghaisongjiang	1h04m
Z284	07:40Baotou	08:44Shanghaisongjiang	1h04m
Z281	07:58Baotoudong	08:44Shanghaisongjiang	46m
Z284	07:58Baotoudong	08:44Shanghaisongjiang	46m
Z267	12:13Baotoudong	12:21Shanghai	8m
Z270	12:13Baotoudong	12:21Shanghai	8m
Z267	12:43Baotou	12:21Shanghai	23h38m
Z270	12:43Baotou	12:21Shanghai	23h38m

Timetable snapshot: 2026-10-23. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Timetable for reference only. For live schedules and ticket booking, check these sources:

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Railway Stations in Baotou and Shanghai

Compare the railway stations used to reach Baotou and Shanghai. Not every station below is served by every direct train.

Railway Stations in Baotou

Baotou包头
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Baotou East包头东
Used by direct trains in this timetable

Railway Stations in Shanghai

Shanghai上海
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line 4
Shanghai Hongqiao上海虹桥
Other railway station in Shanghai
Metro Line 2Metro Line 10Metro Line 17
Shanghai South上海南
Other railway station in Shanghai
Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line 15
Shanghai Songjiang上海松江
Used by direct trains in this timetable
Metro Line 9
Shanghai West上海西
Other railway station in Shanghai
Metro Line 11Metro Line 15

At a Glance

Route	Baotou (包头) to Shanghai (上海)
Interactive route map	Open the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services	8
Fastest journey	8 minutes on Z267 (12:13 to 12:21)
First train	07:40 Z284 from Baotou
Last train	12:43 Z270 from Baotou
Departure stations on timetable	Baotou, Baotou East
Arrival stations on timetable	Shanghai Songjiang, Shanghai
Train types in snapshot	Z
Timetable snapshot	October 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Baotou to Shanghai train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 8m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 8 direct services between Baotou and Shanghai.

Is this timetable always up to date?

This page is updated after major timetable adjustments. Train schedules can change, so always confirm departure and arrival times with 12306 before buying a ticket.