Shanghai to Chengdu Train

上海 → 成都

Shanghai to Chengdu takes between 6 hours 37 minutes and 15 hours 52 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 36 direct services, with the first train at 06:01 and the last at 20:45. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
36 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
D220606:01Shanghai Hongqiao21:53Chengdu East15h52m
D220706:01Shanghai Hongqiao21:53Chengdu East15h52m
D35206:12Shanghai Hongqiao20:33Chengdu East14h21m
D35306:12Shanghai Hongqiao20:33Chengdu East14h21m
D63606:22Shanghai Hongqiao20:40Chengdu East14h18m
D63706:22Shanghai Hongqiao20:40Chengdu East14h18m
G339007:04Shanghai Hongqiao19:01Chengdu South11h57m
G339107:04Shanghai Hongqiao19:01Chengdu South11h57m
G197407:16Shanghai Hongqiao18:26Chengdu East11h10m
G197507:16Shanghai Hongqiao18:26Chengdu East11h10m
D305607:23Shanghai21:46Chengdu East14h23m
D305707:23Shanghai21:46Chengdu East14h23m
G218907:28Shanghai Hongqiao20:31Chengdu East13h03m
G219207:28Shanghai Hongqiao20:31Chengdu East13h03m
G328807:46Shanghai Hongqiao19:55Chengdu East12h09m
G328907:46Shanghai Hongqiao19:55Chengdu East12h09m
G329208:24Shanghai Hongqiao20:33Chengdu East12h09m
G329308:24Shanghai Hongqiao20:33Chengdu East12h09m
D95208:30Shanghai21:01Chengdu East12h31m
D95308:30Shanghai21:01Chengdu East12h31m
G23709:04Shanghai Hongqiao19:35Chengdu East10h31m
G24009:04Shanghai Hongqiao19:35Chengdu East10h31m
K35109:16Shanghai Songjiang19:59Chengdu West10h43m
K35409:16Shanghai Songjiang19:59Chengdu West10h43m
G147609:51Shanghai Hongqiao23:24Chengdu East13h33m
G147709:51Shanghai Hongqiao23:24Chengdu East13h33m
G328410:37Shanghai Hongqiao23:17Chengdu East12h40m
G328510:37Shanghai Hongqiao23:17Chengdu East12h40m
K115610:57Shanghai17:34Chengdu West6h37m
K115710:57Shanghai17:34Chengdu West6h37m
D98218:22Shanghai Hongqiao08:16Chengdu East13h54m
D98318:22Shanghai Hongqiao08:16Chengdu East13h54m
D98618:44Shanghai Hongqiao08:21Chengdu East13h37m
D98718:44Shanghai Hongqiao08:21Chengdu East13h37m
K28220:45Shanghai05:49Chengdu West9h04m
K28320:45Shanghai05:49Chengdu West9h04m

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

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Railway Stations in Shanghai and Chengdu

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

Railway Stations in Shanghai

  • Shanghai Hongqiao上海虹桥
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2Metro Line 10Metro Line 17
  • Shanghai上海
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 3Metro Line 4
  • 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

Railway Stations in Chengdu

  • Chengdu East成都东
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 2Metro Line 7
  • Chengdu South成都南
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 7Metro Line 18
  • Chengdu成都
    Other railway station in Chengdu
    Metro Line 1Metro Line 7
  • Chengdu West成都西
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 4Metro Line 9

At a Glance

RouteShanghai (上海) to Chengdu (成都)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services36
Fastest journey6 hours 37 minutes on K1156 (10:57 to 17:34)
First train06:01 D2207 from Shanghai Hongqiao
Last train20:45 K283 from Shanghai
Departure stations on timetableShanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai, Shanghai Songjiang
Arrival stations on timetableChengdu East, Chengdu South, Chengdu West
Train types in snapshotD, G, K
Reference faresBusiness class from ¥2897, First class from ¥1129, Second class from ¥707, Dynamic sleeper from ¥1000, Soft sleeper from ¥717, Hard sleeper from ¥456, Hard seat from ¥264, No seat from ¥264. Fare snapshot: October 23, 2026.
Timetable snapshotOctober 23, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Shanghai to Chengdu train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 6h37m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 36 direct services between Shanghai and Chengdu.

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.