Shenzhen to Shanghai Train

深圳 → 上海

Shenzhen to Shanghai takes between 6 hours 34 minutes and 16 hours 21 minutes by direct high-speed train, depending on the train. The current timetable snapshot lists 15 direct services, with the first train at 06:35 and the last at 20:26. Use the interactive route map below to compare direct stations and nearby rail connections.

Route Map

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

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Direct Train Schedule

Departure Station
Arrival Station
15 direct services
TrainDepartureArrivalDuration
G278706:35Shenzhen16:22Shanghai Hongqiao9h47m
D312606:46Shenzhen North18:44Shanghai Hongqiao11h58m
G27007:43Shenzhen North14:17Shanghai Hongqiao6h34m
D228408:15Shenzhen North19:08Shanghai Hongqiao10h53m
D229008:55Shenzhen North20:42Shanghai Hongqiao11h47m
D227909:32Shenzhen North21:16Shanghai Hongqiao11h44m
D37810:30Shenzhen North21:48Shanghai South11h18m
D242111:13Shenzhen North22:26Shanghai South11h13m
D310811:52Shenzhen North22:53Shanghai South11h01m
G90211:57Shenzhen North19:43Shanghai Hongqiao7h46m
G278312:55Shenzhen22:59Shanghai10h04m
G38314:27Shenzhen North22:42Shanghai Hongqiao8h15m
G99815:10Shenzhen North22:28Shanghai South7h18m
D2220:00Shenzhen12:21Shanghai Songjiang16h21m
G89620:26Shenzhen North06:58Shanghai Hongqiao10h32m

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 Shenzhen and Shanghai

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

Railway Stations in Shenzhen

  • Shenzhen North深圳北
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 4Metro Line 5Metro Line 6
  • Shenzhen深圳
    Used by direct trains in this timetable
    Metro Line 1

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
    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

RouteShenzhen (深圳) to Shanghai (上海)
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Direct services15
Fastest journey6 hours 34 minutes on G270 (07:43 to 14:17)
First train06:35 G2787 from Shenzhen
Last train20:26 G896 from Shenzhen North
Departure stations on timetableShenzhen, Shenzhen North
Arrival stations on timetableShanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai South, Shanghai, Shanghai Songjiang
Train types in snapshotG, D
Timetable snapshotAugust 26, 2026. Always confirm with 12306 before travel.

Route FAQ

How long is the Shenzhen to Shanghai train?

The fastest direct service in the current snapshot takes 6h34m. Journey times depend on the train and the stations you choose.

Are there direct trains?

Yes. The current snapshot lists 15 direct services between Shenzhen 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.