Shanghai to Hengdian: Direct Trains Now Available
Direct high-speed trains from Shanghai to Hengdian Railway Station (横店站) are running frequently — no more mandatory transfer at Yiwu. The journey takes ~2 hours, down from 2.5–3 hours with a transfer, making a weekend trip to Hengdian World Studios feasible from Shanghai.
Hengdian Railway Station opened on September 6, 2024 as part of the Hangzhou-Wenzhou High-Speed Railway. Initially there were no direct Shanghai trains — that changed with the 2025 timetable, enabled by the new Shanghai-Huzhou-Hangzhou HSR corridor.
- Journey time: ~2 hours (fastest 1h51min via G7621)
- Direct trains: 10+ daily, from Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai South
- 2nd class fare: ~¥176–242
- Departure stations: Shanghai Hongqiao (上海虹桥) and Shanghai South (上海南站 Shanghainan)
- Destination: Hengdian Railway Station (横店站) — the HSR gateway to China’s Hollywood
Direct Train Options (2025-2026)
These are the confirmed direct trains from Shanghai to Hengdian. All trains arrive at Hengdian Railway Station (横店站).
| Train | Departure | Time | Duration | 2nd Class (¥) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3611 | Shanghai Hongqiao 10:13 | 12:27 | 2h14min | ~242 |
| C3077 | Shanghai South 17:53 | 20:28 | 2h35min | ~210 |
| G1659 | Shanghai Hongqiao ~15:23 | ~17:20 | ~2h | ~196 |
| C3615 | Shanghai Hongqiao 19:53 | 22:02 | 2h09min | ~242 |
| G7621 | Shanghai Hongqiao 21:15 | 23:06 | 1h51min | ~176 |
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Alternative: Transfer via Yiwu (More Frequency)
If the direct trains don’t fit your schedule, the Shanghai → Yiwu → Hengdian connection still works well:
- Shanghai Hongqiao → Yiwu: ~20+ trains daily, 1.5h, ¥123 (2nd class)
- Yiwu → Hengdian: 25+ trains daily, ~15 min, ¥22 (2nd class)
- Total time: ~2.5–3h including transfer, ¥145 total
- Yiwu to Hengdian is a frequent shuttle — trains run roughly every 30–60 minutes on the Hangzhou-Wenzhou corridor
Getting to Hengdian World Studios from the Station
Hengdian Railway Station is about 9 km from the main studio areas. You have three options:
1. Light Rail (Recommended)
The Jinhua Rail Transit station is built into Hengdian Railway Station (B2 level) — you transfer without exiting the building. The Yidong section (义东段) runs south from Hengdian Railway Station to Ming & Qing Palaces Station in just 1 stop, ~3–5 minutes, ¥2. Ming & Qing Palaces Station drops you directly at the entrance to the largest scenic area.
- Follow signs for 轨道交通 (rail transit) after the HSR ticket gates
- Pay with Alipay (Transport → QR code), WeChat Pay, or ticket machines
- Operating hours: ~6:00–21:30; last train from Ming & Qing Palaces back to Hengdian station departs around 21:00
2. Public Bus
- Bus 8 (旅游专线): Dedicated tourist shuttle, runs ~6:30–18:00
- Other routes: 17, K201, K301, K316 also serve the corridor
- Fare: ¥2 flat (city-wide since January 2025)
- Journey: ~25–35 minutes depending on traffic
3. Taxi / Didi
- Journey: ~15–20 minutes to Ming & Qing Palaces entrance
- Cost: ~¥20–35 via Didi or taxi
- Designated pick-up area outside the station exit — follow signs for 网约车 or 出租车
Hengdian World Studios: What to See
Hengdian World Studios (横店影视城) is the world’s largest film studio complex — 13 filming bases across 30+ sq km. It’s the filming location for The Untamed (陈情令), Joy of Life (庆余年), Empresses in the Palace, and Nirvana in Fire. Here are the major scenic areas:
| Scenic Area | Theme | Single Ticket (¥) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming & Qing Palaces (明清宫苑) | 1:1 Forbidden City replica | ~175 | Imperial palace sets, horse battle show |
| Qin Palace (秦王宫) | Qin Dynasty — Xianyang Palace | ~195 | 4D ride, Hero & Joy of Life filming location |
| Qingming Riverside Scene (清明上河图) | Song Dynasty painting recreated | ~185 | Riverside streets, The Untamed filming location |
| Guangzhou St · Hong Kong St (广州街·香港街) | 1840s Canton & colonial HK | ~185 | Night views, neon-lit streets |
| Dream Valley (梦幻谷) | Night theme park + water park | ~190 | Night shows, fireworks, rides |
Combo tickets save money: A 2-day pass (any 4 areas) costs ~¥468 vs. ~¥700+ individually. Student tickets half price with valid ID.
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