Night trains and sleeper trains from Shanghai to Beijing

6 trains from Shanghai to Beijing run overnight or offer sleeper berths, leaving between 16:30 and 21:15. The lowest fare is 533 CNY on T110 (departs 16:30).

Night train summary

Cheapest night train533 CNY T110 · departs 16:30 · Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (T) Book

Shortest overnight journey4h 24mG32 · departs 19:25

Departure times16:30–21:156 trains

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Night and sleeper trains, cheapest first

Showing the usual timetable. Pick a date to see the fares for that day.

Train	Departs	Arrives	Duration	Fare classes (per adult)
T110 Cheapest Sleeper	16:30	08:33+1 day	16h 03m	Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (T)533 CNYBook
D10 Sleeper	21:05	09:24+1 day	12h 19m	Second class Sleeper 6-Berth (D)550 CNYBook First class Sleeper 4-Berth (D)668 CNYBook
D8 Sleeper	19:08	07:17+1 day	12h 09m	Second class Sleeper 6-Berth (D)588 CNYBook First class Sleeper 4-Berth (D)715 CNYBook
D6 Sleeper	21:15	09:25+1 day	12h 10m	Second class Sleeper 6-Berth (D)628 CNYBook First class Sleeper 4-Berth (D)763 CNYBook
G32 Overnight	19:25	23:49	4h 24m	Second class Seat (G)633 CNYBook First class Seat (G)1,040 CNYBook Business class Seat (G)2,030 CNYBook
G30 Overnight	18:52	23:21	4h 29m	Second class Seat (G)661 CNYBook First class Seat (G)1,068 CNYBook Business class Seat (G)2,191 CNYBook

Timetable sampled on 3 upcoming days and updated 2026-10-16 04:02. Ticket prices are per adult. A service fee and payment fees may be added at checkout and vary by payment method. Check live availability for your date.

Choosing a night train

A sleeper berth costs more than a seat, but you travel while you sleep and save a night in a hotel.
Lower berths and cheaper classes sell out first on busy dates, so book early.
Check the arrival time: some night trains arrive very early in the morning.

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More night trains in China

Beijing → Chengdu7 night trains · from 491 CNY

Beijing → Guangzhou10 night trains · from 286 CNY

Beijing → Hangzhou5 night trains · from 227 CNY

Beijing → Nanning6 night trains · from 523 CNY

Beijing → Shanghai8 night trains · from 213 CNY

Beijing → Shenzhen7 night trains · from 500 CNY

Beijing → Tianjin17 night trains · from 109 CNY

Beijing → Xi An12 night trains · from 184 CNY

Frequently asked questions

Which night train from Shanghai to Beijing is the cheapest?

The lowest fare we have is 533 CNY on T110, departing at 16:30 (Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (T)). Fares change by date, so pick your date above to see the fares for that day.

What time do night trains from Shanghai to Beijing leave?

They leave between 16:30 and 21:15: 16:30, 18:52, 19:08, 19:25, 21:05, 21:15.

How long does the night train from Shanghai to Beijing take?

The journey takes about 4h 24m on the quickest service and 16h 03m on the slowest.

Is there a sleeper berth on the train from Shanghai to Beijing?

Yes. Sleeper classes available: Soft Sleeper 4-Berth (T), Second class Sleeper 6-Berth (D), First class Sleeper 4-Berth (D).

How do I book?

Choose your travel date on this page, click Check availability & book, and complete the booking online.