Huangshan – Shanghai Pudong Airport by Train

Introduction

Traveling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG Airport) to Huangshan is a journey that combines modern transportation of high speed train with the allure of natural beauty.

Step 1: Taking the Airport Link Line from Pudong Airport to Hongqiao

Begin your journey by taking the Airport Link Line from Pudong Airport. This service connects Pudong Airport to the Hongqiao Hub, which includes Hongqiao Railway Station and Hongqiao Airport Terminal 2, in about 40 minutes, with a fare of 26 yuan. This service is expected to be operational by the end of 2024, ensuring a smooth transition for travelers.

  • Shanghai Metro Official Website: For more details on the Airport Link Line and other metro services, visit the Shanghai Metro official website.
  • Airport Link Line Stations:
  • English names: Hongqiao Airport Terminal 2 Station – Zhongchun Road Station – Jinghong Road Station – South Sanlin Station – East Kangqiao Station – Shanghai International Resort Station – Pudong Airport Terminal 1 & 2 Station

Step 2: Navigating to Hongqiao Railway Station

Once you arrive at Hongqiao Airport Terminal 2 Station, follow the signs to Hongqiao Railway Station. This short walk will lead you to a well-equipped station with various amenities. Make sure you have your train ticket ready for the next leg of your journey.

Step 3: Boarding the High-Speed Train to Huangshan

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At Hongqiao Railway Station, locate your departure gate for the high-speed train to Huangshan North Station. There are 18 daily trains to Huangshan, with prices starting at 191 RMB. The journey takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.

It is recommended to choose trains stopping at Huangshan North Station (Huangshanbei) over Huangshan West Station, as Huangshan North offers more frequent train services and better bus connections to nearby attractions such as the southern gate of Huangshan near Tangkou Town, and the ancient villages of Hongcun and Xidi.

Getting to Huangshan South Gate (Tangkou): From Huangshan North you can take the bus from the nearby Huangshan Tourism Passenger Transport Hub, which runs from 8:00 to 19:00 every day, every 30 minutes in peak season and every hour in low season, the fare is 23 yuan per person, and the journey takes 50 minutes.

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Bus Schedule: Huangshan North Station to South Gate (Tangkou)

Departure – Arrival Departure Time Price (CNY per person)
Huangshan North Station – Huangshan South Gate (Tangkou) 07:40, 08:10, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 10:46, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:20, 12:40, 13:00, 13:20, 13:40, 14:00, 14:30, 14:50, 15:00, 15:20, 15:40, 15:50, 16:10, 16:30, 16:50, 17:10, 17:30, 17:50, 18:20, 18:40, 19:00 30

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