Shanghai to Hong Kong train

There are a few great ways to get from Shanghai to Hong Kong, depending on your budget and travel style.

Ways to go:

• Train: Takes about 8.5 hours, costing $56–$150. It’s a comfortable and affordable choice, plus you get to see more of the scenery along the way.

• Plane: The fastest way — just 2.5 hours and around $150. Great if you’re short on time and want to get there quickly.

• Car: About 15 hours on the road (around 910 miles / 1,464 km). It’s a long drive but fun if you enjoy road trips and want to explore different stops on the journey.

No matter how you travel, both cities are easy to connect between and full of exciting things to see once you arrive!

When travelling on Shanghai to Hong Kong High-Speed Rail, make sure you follow these luggage and travel guidelines for a smooth journey:

What you can bring:

• Adults can carry up to 20 kg, children 10 kg, and diplomats 35 kg of luggage.

• Each item should have total dimensions (length + width + height) not over 130 cm.

• There’s no baggage consignment service, so keep your belongings with you at all times.

Special notes:

• Elderly passengers, young children, pregnant travellers, patients, and people with disabilities using mobility aids are free to carry these items beyond the standard limits.

• Foldable wheelchairs and strollers for infants are welcome. The combined weight of the mobility aid and user should be under 200 kg, with a size limit of 120 cm (L) × 70 cm (W).

What’s not allowed:

• Dangerous goods such as explosives, flammable or toxic materials, corrosive or radioactive substances, and sharp objects.

• Animals are not permitted, except for guide dogs wearing a harness, with valid documents shown to staff if requested.

Tip:

Before you travel, double-check any customs or entry regulations for items you plan to carry on board.

You can cancel your ticket before you travel from Shanghai to Hong Kong, but the refund amount depends on how early you cancel:

• 8 days or more before departure: 5% fee

• 7 days to 48 hours before departure: 30% fee

• 2 days to 2 hours before departure: 50% fee

• Within 2 hours of departure: Non-refundable

*Refunds are rounded up to the nearest dollar (e.g., HK$1.20 → HK$2).

How to cancel:

• More than 2 hours before departure: Cancel and request refund on Klook.

• Less than 2 hours before departure: Cancel at the station ticket office. (Hong Kong departures: At least 45 mins before departure ; Mainland China departures: At least 30 mins before departure)

Processing time:

• Klook: Refund to original payment method in 3–7 working days

• Station ticket office: Refund in 7–14 working days

*If you used a reimbursement voucher, return it when cancelling.

Currently, Shanghai to Hong Kong High-Speed Rail tickets cannot be changed directly on Klook, but you can modify them in person.

How to change:

• Visit a ticket office or station service counter. (Hong Kong departures: Change at least 45 mins before departure ; Mainland China departures: Change at least 30 mins before departure)

Price difference:

• Calculated in CNY (¥) at the time of change

• Pay or receive refund in HK$ (West Kowloon) or CNY (Mainland stations)