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Shanghai to Guangzhou Train Prices and Times
Planning a trip from Shanghai to Guangzhou? Trip.com offers prices starting from Rp 435,633. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we recommend purchasing a second-class seat on high-speed trains or a lower berth in a hard sleeper on regular trains. Additionally, consider exploring alternative options such as split ticketing to save more.
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Departure | Arrival | Train | Duration | Route Info | Find Tickets |
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Shanghai Hongqiao | 22:30 Guangzhou South | G819 | 6h 54m, Direct | Route Info | Find Tickets |
Shanghaisongjiang | 14:56+1 Guangzhou Baiyun | K511 | 21h 40m, Direct | Route Info | Find Tickets |
Shanghai | 09:58+1 Guangzhou | Z99 | 16h 31m, Direct | Route Info | Find Tickets |
Shanghaisongjiang | 17:14+1 Paris | K527 | 22h 8m, Direct | Route Info | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Shanghai to Guangzhou Route Details
The Shanghai to Guangzhou train ticket is Rp 435,633. The average travel time is 6h 39m. Approximately Around 17 trains are running daily from Shanghai to Guangzhou. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
07:01

Last train
19:06

Direct
Direct

Trains per day
Around 17

Shortest duration
6h 39m

Train fares from
Rp 435,633

Business class
Not available

Sleeper trains
Available
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Train Travel Guide from Shanghai to Guangzhou
High-Speed Train FAQ for Travel From Shanghai South to Guangzhou East
How much are high-speed train tickets from Shanghai South to Guangzhou?
The high-speed rail ticket prices from Shanghai South to Guangzhou range from Rp 435,633 to Rp 6,795,403, with different prices corresponding to various train types, seat classes, and high-speed rail routes. Travelers can choose the high-speed rail that suits their needs. You can check and book high-speed rail tickets from Shanghai South to Guangzhou anytime through Trip.com.
How many high-speed train trips are there from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou South?
There are 17 high-speed trains from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou South today.
When are the earliest and latest high-speed trains from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East?
The earliest high-speed train from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East is at 07:01, and the latest is at 19:06.
Can children travel alone on the high-speed train from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East?
Children under 14 years old must travel with an adult on the high-speed train from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East, except for students who need to commute to school by train and children whose care during the journey has been agreed upon by railway transport companies.
What is a waitlisted high-speed rail ticket from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East?
When high-speed rail tickets from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East are sold out, you can join the waitlist. You can select up to 10 trains with different seat classes and set a waitlist time limit. You'll be charged the highest fare initially. If you're assigned a lower seat class, the fare difference will be refunded. If your waitlist request is unsuccessful, you'll receive a full refund. In addition, relevant departments will assess the number of waitlisted passengers and train schedules to determine whether to add more carriages or trains.
What documents can I use to book high-speed rail tickets from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East?
Paper tickets are no longer used for high-speed rail, and you can board with a valid ID. If you need a paper ticket, you can print one at a self-service proof for reimbursement machine, ticket vending machine, or designated ticket window within 180 days of your travel date, either before or after your trip, at Shanghai South or Guangzhou East high-speed rail station (for Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, you can go to ticket counters and ticket vending machines to collect).
What's the shortest high-speed rail travel time from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou South?
The shortest high-speed rail trip from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou South takes about 6h 39m.
How many classes of seats are there on high-speed trains from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East?
Trains from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East offer Second ClassFirst ClassBusiness class and other seat typesSleeper, allowing passengers to choose different seat classes based on their needs.
Do I need to book high-speed train tickets from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East in advance?
We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons and holidays, as high-speed rail tickets from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East are in high demand.
Do children traveling free from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East by high-speed rail need to buy train tickets?
When traveling on the high-speed train from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East with a child who is eligible for free travel (under 6 years old and not occupying a seat), you must declare this in advance when purchasing your ticket. The valid ID used for the child during the ticket purchase declaration will be used as their travel document.
What documents can I use to book high-speed rail tickets from Shanghai South to Guangzhou East?
Trip.com currently supports booking high-speed rail tickets with the following ID documents:
Mainland Chinese ID Card
Passport
Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macau Residents
Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents
PRC Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card
Residence Permit for Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan Residents