From Hongqiao Airport, you have several transportation options to reach any part of the city, including the subway, taxi, or bus. The taxi stand is conveniently located near the 4th exit of Terminal 2. Additionally, there's a free bus service that operates between the terminals. For bus schedules, you can inquire by calling 021-683-469-12.
Air travelers with some spare time during layovers can consider taking a tour to Jin'an Temple on a dedicated bus. The cost of this excursion is approximately CNY5.
The journey from Pudong Airport by car can sometimes take a couple of hours due to traffic jams, with taxi fares starting from 150 CNY. A much more convenient and faster option is to take the world's fastest public transportation, the Maglev train, which departs from Pudong Airport Station.
The silent Maglev train literally hovers above the ground, achieving speeds of up to 430 km/h. It can transport travelers from the airport to the city in just seven minutes. To reach the center of Shanghai, you'll then need to transfer to the subway.
A standard train ticket is priced at CNY 50, but air travelers receive a CNY 10 discount on the day of their flight. To avail this discount, simply present your airline ticket for the day.
From the airport to the city, you have various transportation options, including buses, subways, taxis, or even renting a car. However, please note that these alternatives may take significantly longer than the train.
