Dongguan to Shanghai Train

东莞 → 上海

Dongguan to Shanghai takes between 10 hours 46 minutes and 18 hours 34 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 13 direct services, with the first train at 07:40 and the last at 20:44. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
13 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D228407:40Dongguan South19:08Shanghaihongqiao11h28m
D228507:40Dongguan South19:08Shanghaihongqiao11h28m
D242110:41Dongguan South22:26Shanghai South11h45m
D242410:41Dongguan South22:26Shanghai South11h45m
T10216:47Dongguan East11:21Shanghaisongjiang18h34m
D91119:33Dongguan South06:19Shanghaisongjiang10h46m
D91119:33Dongguan South06:35Shanghaihongqiao11h02m
D91119:33Dongguan South07:04Shanghai11h31m
D91419:33Dongguan South06:19Shanghaisongjiang10h46m
D91419:33Dongguan South06:35Shanghaihongqiao11h02m
D91419:33Dongguan South07:04Shanghai11h31m
D2220:44Dongguan East12:21Shanghaisongjiang15h37m
D2220:44Dongguan East12:46Shanghai South16h02m

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 Dongguan and Shanghai

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

Railway Stations in Dongguan

  • Dongguan东莞
    Other railway station in Dongguan
    Dongguan Rail Transit Line 2
  • Dongguan East东莞东
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Dongguangang东莞港
    Other railway station in Dongguan
  • Dongguan South东莞南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
  • Dongguan West东莞西
    Other railway station in Dongguan
    Dongguan Rail Transit Line 1

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
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2Metro Line 10Metro Line 17
  • Shanghai South上海南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    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

RouteDongguan (东莞) to Shanghai (上海)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services13
Fastest journey10 hours 46 minutes on D911 (19:33 to 06:19)
First train07:40 D2285 from Dongguan South
Last train20:44 D22 from Dongguan East
Departure stations on timetableDongguan South, Dongguan East
Arrival stations on timetableShanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai South, Shanghai Songjiang, Shanghai
Train types in snapshotD, T
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Dongguan to Shanghai train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 10h46m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 13 direct services between Dongguan 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.