Both ordinary trains and high-speed trains are running between Shanghai and Guilin, including 3 pairs of overnight T category trains (express train), 1 pair of overnight K category train (fast train) and 2 pairs of day-time high-speed G-category train. Please pay attention that different types of trains depart from/arrive at different train stations.
Shanghai – Guilin High-Speed Train
- Distance: 1520 kilometers (944 miles)
- Duration: 9 hours
- Terminals: Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, Guilin North Railway Station
- Number of trains: 2 pairs of high-speed train
- Main stops: Shanghai, Jiaxing, Hangzhou, Jinhua, Nanchang, Changsha, Hengyang, Yongzhou, Guilin
Shanghai – Guilin High-Speed Train Schedules
(Update on March 19th, 2023)
| Shanghai Hongqiao "上海虹桥站" to Guilin "桂林站" | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
| G1505 | 07:53 | 17:15 | 9h22m |
| G1501 | 10:03 | 18:47 | 8h44m |
| Guilin “桂林站” to Shanghai Hongqiao "上海虹桥站" | |||
| Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
| G1502 | 12:01 | 21:13 | 9h12m |
| G1506 | 13:31 | 22:40 | 9h09m |
Shanghai – Guilin High-Speed Train Ticket Price
| Business Class | First Class | Second Class |
|---|---|---|
| US$305 (2063 CNY) | US$162 (1093.5 CNY) | US$99 (662.5 CNY) |
Shanghai – Guilin Normal-Speed Overnight Train
- Duration: 16.5–24.5 hours
- Terminals: Shanghai South Railway Station, Shanghai Railway Station, Guilin North Railway Station
- Number of trains: 4 pairs of overnight trains
- Main stops: Shanghai, Jiaxing, Hangzhou, Jinhua, Nanchang, Changsha, Hengyang, Yongzhou, Guilin
Shanghai to Guilin Sleeper Train Schedule
(Updated on March 19th, 2023)
| Shanghai South "上海南" to Guilin North "桂林北" | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
| T77 | 11:20 | 04:06 the next day | 16h46m |
| T381 | 16:49 | 11:36 the next day | 18h47m |
| T25 | 17:41 | 13:10 the next day | 19h29m |
| Shanghai "上海站" to Guilin North "桂林北" | |||
| Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
| K1556 | 10:13 | 10:11 the next day | 23h58m |
Guilin to Shanghai Sleeper Train Schedule
(Updated on March 19th, 2023)
| Guilin North "桂林北" to Shanghai South "上海南" | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
| T382 | 14:58 | 11:27 the next day | 20h29m |
| T78 | 15:49 | 09:59 the next day | 18h10m |
| T26 | 20:00 | 15:05 the next day | 19h05m |
| Guilin North "桂林北" to Shanghai "上海站" | |||
| Train Number | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration |
| K1558 | 04:00 | 05:23 the next day | 25h33m |
Shanghai – Guilin Overnight Train Ticket Fares
| Soft Sleeper | Hard Sleeper | Hard Seat |
|---|---|---|
| US$76 (542 CNY) | US$51 (343 CNY) | US$29 (201 CNY) |
How to Choose Train Types and Seats?
Second Class seat on high-speed trainOvernight train is a comfortable way to travel between Shanghai and Guilin, and can save a hotel bill. K & T category trains have soft sleeper, hard sleeper and hard seat classes. Soft sleeper is recommended.
High-speed train shortens the travel time to just 9 hours, and only runs during day time. It has business class, first class and second class.
Read more about How to choose train types and seats
Transportation to Train Stations
Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
- By bus: airport shuttle bus, Hongqiao Line 6, Hongqiao Line 7, Hongqiao Line 10
- By subway: Shanghai Metro Line 1, 2, 3, 10
Shanghai Railway StationThe most convenient way is to take a taxi. Here is a bilingual note for you to show to the driver.
- Chinese: 请送我到上海虹桥火车站
- English: Please drive me to Shanghai Hongqiao Station.
Shanghai Railway Station
- By bus: 329, 573, 741, 822, 844, 955, airport line 5
- By subway: Shanghai Metro Line 1, 2, 3
A bilingual note for you if you need to take a taxi:
- Chinese: 你好，请送我到上海火车站。
- English: Please drive me to Shanghai Railway Station.
Shanghai South Railway Station
- By bus: 144, 180, 218, 301, 303, 315, 326, 341, 50, 703, 729, 803, 816
- By subway: Shanghai Metro Line 1, 2, 3
A bilingual note:
- Chinese: 你好，请送我到上海南站。
- English: Please drive me to Shanghai South Station.
Guilin Railway Station
- By bus: 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 16, 19, 22, 88, 99, 100
Guilin North Railway Station
- By bus: 1, 32, 83, 100, 211, 302, 303
China Highlights Transfer Service
It is difficult for foreigners who don’t speak Chinese to take buses in China, as bus signs and announcements are usually in Chinese only. And you may have to wait for a long time for a taxi during rush hours. China Highlights’ transfer service, providing private van, English-speaking tour guide and experienced driver, can help you skip the hassle and language problems.
