High-speed trains run frequently from Shanghai to Suzhou and from Suzhou to Shanghai. There are more than 200 pairs of high-speed trains departing from 06:00 to 23:00, with an average interval time of 5 minutes. The travel time between the two cities is about 30 minutes. Pay attention to the departure / arrival train stations when you book train tickets, because trains terminate at different train stations in both cities.
(Updated on Sep.17, 2023)
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Train Number |
Departure - Arrival |
Duration |
Ticket Fares |
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G7072 |
05:48 – 06:15 |
27 min |
Second class: US$2 - 6 (16 – 39.5 CNY) First class: US$6 - 10 (39.5 – 69.5 CNY) Business class: US$16 - 19 (107.5 – 128.5 CNY) |
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G7002 |
06:48 – 07:20 |
32 min |
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G7006 |
09:00 – 09:25 |
25 min |
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G7136 |
10:30 – 10:55 |
25 min |
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G7244 |
11:53 – 12:19 |
26 min |
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G7016 |
14:00 – 14:25 |
37 min |
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G7018 |
15:00 – 15:25 |
25 min |
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G7022 |
17:00 – 17:25 |
25 min |
Please note:
1. There are more than 200 trains from Shanghai to Suzhou. Trains listed above are some of them. Check up-to-date train schedules.
2. Shanghai to Suzhou high-speed trains terminate at different train stations in both cities. In Shanghai, trains operate at Shanghai/Shanghai South/Shanghai Hongqiao railway stations. In Suzhou, trains operate at Suzhou/Suzhou North/Suzhou New District railway stations.
3. Travel time and ticket fares vary according to the departure / arrival train stations.
Shanghai to Suzhou Bullet Train
(Updated on Sep.17, 2020)
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Train Number |
Departure - Arrival |
Duration |
Ticket Fares |
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G7213 |
06:40 – 07:19 |
39 min |
Second class: US$4 - 11 (30 - 75 CNY) First class: US$13 - 19 (88 - 128 CNY) Business class: US$25 - 35 (174 - 239 CNY) |
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G7205 |
09:24 – 10:03 |
39 min |
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G7591 |
11:19 – 11:55 |
36 min |
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G7595 |
12:29 – 12:59 |
30 min |
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G7131 |
14:03 – 14:29 |
26 min |
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G1583 |
16:05 – 16:29 |
24 min |
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G7285 |
19:06 – 19:50 |
44 min |
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G7217 |
21:25 – 21:59 |
34 min |
There a bunch of high-speed trains in service between Suzhou and Shanghai. When you are selecting a high-speed train to travel from Shanghai to Suzhou, there are several factors to take into consideration, including departure and arrival stations, speed, convenience, and cost.
1. Shanghai has several train stations serving different purposes. The two main ones for high-speed trains are Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station and Shanghai Railway Station.
2. Hongqiao Railway Station is more convenient for travelers since it's directly connected to the airport and has better transportation links. It mainly serves high-speed trains.
3. Shanghai Railway Station, although located in the city center, is an older station with fewer high-speed train services.
Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
1. Suzhou has two main train stations: Suzhou Railway Station and Suzhou North Railway Station.
2. Suzhou Railway Station is located in the city center, making it more convenient for travelers visiting the classical gardens and historical areas.
3. Suzhou North Railway Station is newer and primarily serves high-speed trains. It may be more convenient if you want to connect to other destinations from Suzhou.
Both Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Railway Station offer high-speed trains to Suzhou, but Hongqiao has more frequent departures.
Most high-speed trains from Shanghai to Suzhou take around 30 minutes, but there are faster options such as the G-series trains.
Shanghai, often referred to as the "Pearl of the Orient," is a bustling metropolis and one of China's most popular tourist destinations. Known for its towering skyscrapers, historical landmarks, vibrant culture, and thriving culinary scene, Shanghai offers a diverse range of attractions for tourists.
Suzhou is a city located in southeastern China's Jiangsu province, renowned for its rich history, classical gardens, and picturesque canals. Known as the "Venice of the East," Suzhou offers a unique blend of traditional Chinese architecture, cultural heritage, and natural beauty that attracts tourists from around the world.
Suzhou is renowned for its exquisite gardens, which are considered masterpieces of traditional Chinese garden design. One highly recommended garden to visit is the Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuo Zheng Yuan). It is the largest and most famous garden in Suzhou, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Humble Administrator's Garden
From Suzhou North Railway Station:
From Suzhou Railway Station:
High-speed trains are a highly popular mode of transportation for the Beijing to Shanghai route.
Over 200 bullet trains operate on this route, with the shortest duration of 29 minutes.
Both high-speed trains and sleeper overnight trains are available on this route. There are 12 pairs of high-speed trains between these two cities
