Introduction
Traveling from Shanghai’s Pudong Airport to Yiwu has became easier than before with the opening of Airport Link Line of Shuanghai Suburban Railway connecting Pudong Airport & Hongqiao Transport Hub on December 27 of 2024.
| Step | Mode of Transport | Duration | Cost | Key Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. PVG Airport to Hongqiao | Airport Link Line | ~40 mins | 26 | Check |
| 2. Hongqiao to Yiwu | High-speed train | 1.5-2 hrs | 123 | Check |
Step 1: From Pudong Airport to Hongqiao Hub
The Airport Link Line
Starting on December 27, 2024, the Shanghai Airport Link Line started operation, connecting Pudong Airport directly to the Hongqiao Hub, which includes Hongqiao Railway Station and Hongqiao Airport Terminal 2. This new service will make the journey between the two hubs quick and convenient.
- Duration: Approximately 40 minutes
- Cost: 26 RMB
Useful Information
- 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
| Station Name | Chinese Name | Location | Connections | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hongqiao Airport Terminal 2 | 虹桥2号航站楼 | Minhang | Line 2 Line 10 Line 17 | connecting to SHA Airport & Hongqiao Railway Station |
| Zhongchun Road | 中春路 | Minhang | Line 9 | |
| Jinghong Road | 景洪路 | Minhang | Line 15 19(under construction) | |
| South Sanlin | 三林南 | Pudong | 19 (under construction) | |
| East Kangqiao | 康桥东 | Pudong | 21 (under construction) | |
| Shanghai International Resort | 上海国际旅游度假区 | Pudong | Future connections planned | Near Shanghai Disneyland |
| Pudong Airport Terminal 1 & 2 | 浦东1号2号航站楼 | Pudong | Maglev, Line 2 | Direct access to both terminals |
Tickets Purchasing for Airport Link Line
You can buy the tickets at the vending machine with cash or with Alipay & WeChat Pay.
First & Last Train Timetable
- Hongqiao Airport Terminal 2 Station:
- First Train: 06:00
- Last Train: 22:00
- Pudong Airport Terminals 1 & 2 Station:
- First Train: 06:39
- Last Train: 22:39
Step 2: From Hongqiao Terminal 2 to Hongqiao Railway Station
Once you arrive at Hongqiao Terminal 2 Station, it’s a short walk to Hongqiao Railway Station. Follow the clearly marked signs to the railway station, where there are frequent high speed trains to Yiwu.
Step 3: From Hongqiao Railway Station to Yiwu
High-Speed Train
Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station offers numerous daily departures to Yiwu Railway Station, making it easy to find a train that fits your schedule.- Frequency: 38 trains per day
- Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes
- Cost: Starting from 115 RMB
Alternative Routes
If you prefer or need to take an alternative route, there are other options available. However, they may involve more transfers and longer travel times.
Option 1: Metro and Train
- Metro Line 2: Take Metro Line 2 from Pudong Airport to Hongqiao Railway Station. This journey takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes and costs around 8 RMB.
- High-Speed Train: From Hongqiao Railway Station, take the high-speed train to Yiwu as described above.
Option 2: Long-Distance Bus
There are long-distance buses available from Shanghai to Yiwu, but they are less frequent and take longer than the high-speed train.
- Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours
- Cost: Around 100-150 RMB
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