10-Day Shenzhen to Shanghai Itineraries & Cost (2026)

Shenzhen → Shanghai transport

ModeDurationFare
Flight2h 25m$59
HSR11h 4m$100

Itineraries

SHENZHEN → SHANGHAI · 10 Days
Shenzhen → Shanghai · 10 Days

Shenzhen Safari Park and OCT East in Shenzhen, then Oriental Pearl Tower and The Bund in Shanghai — 10 days for $1,353.

Visit Shenzhen Safari Park's animal enclosuresExplore OCT East's art galleries and night marketsWatch the skyline from Oriental Pearl Tower
$1,500est. $1,353STANDARDJUNE1 ADULT
SHANGHAI → SHENZHEN · 10 Days
Shanghai → Shenzhen · 10 Days

Oriental Pearl Tower and The Bund in Shanghai, then Shenzhen Safari Park and Window of the World in Shenzhen — 10 days for $1,390.

Take the Shanghai Tower Observation Deck elevatorView the miniatures at Window of the WorldDine at a Hong Kong-style diner in Shenzhen
$2,000est. $1,390STANDARDJUNE1 ADULT

FAQ

How do you get from Shenzhen to Shanghai?

The fastest option is Flight (2h 25m, $59).

How long does it take to travel from Shenzhen to Shanghai?

About 2h 25m by Flight, or 11h 4m by HSR.

Is it cheaper to fly or take the train from Shenzhen to Shanghai?

Flight costs $59 versus $100 by HSR. For most Shenzhen–Shanghai trips the train wins on city-center-to-city-center time.

How many days do you need for a Shenzhen to Shanghai trip?

Most Shenzhen–Shanghai itineraries run 7–14 days depending on how many stops you add between the two cities.

What's the best time to do a Shenzhen to Shanghai trip?

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are ideal across most of China. Avoid the early-October Golden Week holiday.