Beijing to Shanghai: Road Trip Guide & Distance

663.2 miles 1067.3 km · straight line
740.8 miles actual route 1192.2 km · driving distance
13h 41min estimated drive time
CNY 635 - CNY 782 estimated fuel cost
~1h 50min flight time
153° SSE bearing direction

How far is Beijing from Shanghai?

The distance from Beijing to Shanghai is 663.2 miles (1067.3 km) as the crow flies. Shanghai is located SSE of Beijing. By car, the driving distance is approximately 740.8 miles, taking about 13h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Both are located in China.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Beijing and Shanghai. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Beijing to Shanghai

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 41min CNY 635 - CNY 782 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 25min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~17h 47min $89–$259* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Beijing
39.90°N, 116.41°E
Asia/Shanghai
43m elevation
Shanghai
31.23°N, 121.47°E
Asia/Shanghai
4m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 221 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM