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Shanghai Maglev: One-Way Train Transfers Between Pudong Airport Terminal & Longyang Road Station

Shanghai Maglev Train at Pudong International Airport station.
Shanghai Maglev Train on elevated tracks above a busy street in Shanghai, China.
Shanghai Maglev Train traveling near modern station architecture.
Shanghai Maglev Train departing from a modern station in Shanghai, China.

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    • Zip from Pudong Airport to Longyang Road Station in just 8 minutes on one of the world's first commercial high-speed trains, hitting speeds up to 430 km/h!

    • With trains departing every 15-20 minutes, you won't be stuck twiddling your thumbs waiting for your ride; hop on and feel the magnetic levitation work!

    • Carry luggage weighing up to 23kgs stress-free with generous overhead space, and enjoy comfortable yet premium seating onboard the train.

    • Once you arrive at Longyang Road, Metro Lines 2, 7, 16, or 18 are just a short distance away, making your onward travel within the city super accessible!

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • Ever wondered what it feels like to levitate at 430 km/h? The Shanghai Maglev Train isn't just a transfer; it's a high-speed adventure that showcases cutting-edge German Transrapid technology in action! As you board at either Pudong Airport or Longyang Road Station, you'll settle into spacious seats designed for comfort, even at breakneck speeds. The 30-kilometer journey takes a mere 8 minutes, but every second is unforgettable. Watch through specially designed "deceleration glass" windows as the scenery transforms from airport terminals to countryside, then gradually into Shanghai's impressive urban landscape.

    Once you arrive at Longyang Road Station, you're at a major transportation hub connecting Metro Lines 2, 7, 16, and 18. From here, you can easily reach Shanghai's top attractions like The Bund, Nanjing Road, People's Square, Yu Garden, and the French Concession.

    Schedule

    From Longyang Road Station to Pudong Airport Terminal 1&2 Station

    • First train: 6:45am

    • Last train: 9:40pm

    • Frequency: Every 15-20 minutes

    From Pudong Airport Terminal 1&2 Station to Longyang Road Station

    • First train: 7:02am

    • Last train: 9:42pm

    • Frequency: Every 15-20 minutes

  • What's not allowed

    • Baggage exceeding a combined dimension of 1.8m (length + width + height) or 0.2 cubic meters in volume will not be permitted on the train.

    • Each piece of luggage must not weigh more than 23 kg.

    Accessibility

    • This train is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

    Additional information

    • Doors close 1 minute before departure time. For the final train, check-in ends 5 minutes before departure.

    • Children with a height of 1.3 meters or less travel at no cost when with a paying adult (limit of 2 children per adult).

    • Please ensure you keep your ticket safe and clean. Folded, bent, altered, or damaged tickets will be considered invalid.

    • Your ticket is valid for one day from the date of departure.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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