Shanghai - Changsha Train

There are nearly 30 pairs of trains running between the metropolis, Shanghai and Changsha, the capital city of Hunan Province. Among them, over 25 pairs are high speed G trains with duration of 4.5 hours to 7 hours. The other 3 pairs of normal types take much longer time, from 10.5 hours to 16 hours.
 All the rides run between Hongqiao Railway Station and Changsha South Railway Station. Although both of them are not close to the city center, the transfer is not very difficult. The Hongqiao Railway Station has been connected with subway line 2 and line 10 as well as Pudong Airport shuttle bus. Changsha South Railway Station has been connected with subway line 2, which also passes by Changsha Railway Station and Mt. Yuelu.
  Duration: around 10.5 - 16 hours
 Distance: about 1,177 kilometers (731 miles)
 Top speed: 100/ 120/ 140/ 160 km/h (62/ 75/ 87/ 99 mph)
 Operated at: Shanghai South Railway Station, Changsha Railway Station
 (Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
K379	08:55 - 22:13	13h18m
K71	14:13 - 04:37+	14h24m
K1373	16:55 - 06:38+	13h43m
Z247	20:33 - 07:05+	10h32m

 (Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)

Train No.	Departure - Arrival	Travel Time
Z245	20:06 - 06:40+	10h34m
K73	20:55 - 12:03+	15h8m
K377	21:10 - 11:42+	14h32m
K1375	23:59 - 15:12+	15h13m

Notes:
1. The timetable listed above is for reference only. You can search for the real-time schedule by the tool on page top.
2. "+" indicates the second day.
 (Last Update on Apr 25, 2023)

Soft Sleeper	Hard Sleeper	Hard Seat
CNY 415.5 USD 61	CNY 272.5 USD 40	CNY 148.5 USD 22

Although take longer time, they are still a good complement to G types, especially the overnight sleeper trains. Because their ticket price is cheaper and also they can help travelers to save hotel fee as traveling overnight. Passengers can have a good rest during the trip and greet the next day with full energy. The overnight sleeper trains include K1373, K807/809, and Z245/247.
 Changsha, the capital city of Hunan Province, is well known for Yuelu Academy, an honored academic school in ancient China. Except the attractive landscape and historical sites, travelers are also able to enjoy the famous Hunan Cuisine (Xiang Cuisine) there, one of the Eight Cuisines of China. Travelers who are interested in Chinese Cuisine will surely enjoy their stay there.
 Additionally, flights are available between the two cities and cut the trip to around 2 hours only. Travelers can make a comparison based on the schedule and price and choose the one suitable for you.

See also: Shanghai to Changsha: Best Ways to Travel

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