Shanghai to Dongguan Train

上海 → 东莞

Shanghai to Dongguan takes between 7 hours 19 minutes and 18 hours 12 minutes by direct train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 3 direct services, with the first train at 12:30 and the last at 13:50. 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 Dongguan. Click the fullscreen button for a larger view.

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
3 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
T10112:30Shanghaisongjiang06:42Dongguan East18h12m
D2112:42Shanghai South04:49Dongguan East16h07m
G90113:50Shanghaihongqiao21:09Dongguan South7h19m

Timetable snapshot: 2026-08-26. 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 Shanghai and Dongguan

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

Railway Stations in Shanghai

  • Shanghai上海
    Other railway station in Shanghai
    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

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

At a Glance

RouteShanghai (上海) to Dongguan (东莞)
Interactive route mapOpen the interactive route map to see direct stations and the surrounding China rail network.
Direct services3
Fastest journey7 hours 19 minutes on G901 (13:50 to 21:09)
First train12:30 T101 from Shanghaisongjiang
Last train13:50 G901 from Shanghaihongqiao
Departure stations on timetableShanghai Songjiang, Shanghai South, Shanghai Hongqiao
Arrival stations on timetableDongguan East, Dongguan South
Train types in snapshotT, D, G
Timetable snapshotAugust 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Shanghai to Dongguan train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 7h19m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 3 direct services between Shanghai and Dongguan.

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.