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πŸš„ Shanghai to Shenzhen Train Guide

Your Complete Guide to High-Speed Rail Travel Between Shanghai and Shenzhen

πŸ“… Last Updated: July 14, 2025

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Jul 14, 2025

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🎯 Why This Matters

The Shanghai-Shenzhen high-speed rail connects two vibrant economic hubs, offering a fast and scenic alternative to flights. Over 10 million passengers travel this route annually, enjoying modern amenities and efficiency.

πŸš„ Train Schedule & Frequency

Time PeriodFrequencyFirst TrainLast Train
Peak Hours (7-9 AM)Every 15-20 min06:4020:41
Regular HoursEvery 30-40 min06:4020:41
Evening (6-8 PM)Every 20-30 min06:4020:41

πŸ’° Ticket Prices & Classes

ClassPrice (CNY)FeaturesRating
Second ClassΒ₯622Standard seating, 3+2 layoutβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†
First ClassΒ₯993Wider seats, 2+2 layoutβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Business ClassΒ₯2100Luxury seats, meals includedβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

πŸ—ΊοΈ Route Information

πŸ“ Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station β†’ Shenzhen North Railway Station
πŸš„ Distance: 1600 km
⚑ Max Speed: 350 km/h
πŸ• Journey Time: 7h 11min – 11h
πŸ“Š Daily Trains: 16+ services
🎫 Annual Passengers: 10+ million

🎯 Key Takeaways

  • Book tickets 30 days in advance for best availability and prices
  • Shanghai Hongqiao offers excellent metro and airport connections
  • Peak hours (7-9 AM, 6-8 PM) have more frequent trains but higher demand
  • First class offers greater comfort for long-distance travel
  • Journey time varies from 7h 11min to 11h depending on train type

πŸ’‘ Pro Tip

Use the 12306 app or Trip.com for hassle-free booking. Arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao 30 minutes early for security checks. Consider booking return tickets in Shenzhen to ensure availability.

πŸš‰ Station Information

πŸš‰ Shanghai Hongqiao

πŸ“ Address: 1500 Shenhong Rd, Minhang District
πŸš‡ Metro: Lines 2, 10, 17
🚌 Bus: Multiple routes
πŸš— Parking: Available
🍽️ Dining: 50+ restaurants
πŸ›οΈ Shopping: Extensive retail area

πŸš‰ Shenzhen North

πŸ“ Address: Zhiyuan Middle Rd, Longhua District
πŸš‡ Metro: Lines 4, 5, 6
🚌 Bus: Extensive network
πŸš— Parking: Multi-level garage
🍽️ Dining: 30+ restaurants
πŸ›οΈ Shopping: Modern commercial area

πŸ“Š Travel Statistics

MetricValueRanking
On-time Performance98.2%β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Customer Satisfaction4.6/5.0β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†
Safety RecordZero incidentsβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Seat Availability80% averageβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†

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