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Travelling from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Suzhou

What is the fastest or less hassle way to travel from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Suzhou via high speed rail? Was planning to take high speed rail from Shanghai to Suzhou but looks like the railway station is not near Pudong Airport. Thank you.

Traveling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Suzhou by high-speed rail involves a bit of planning, as Pudong Airport is not directly served by the main high-speed rail stations. Here’s a detailed guide:

1) Main options:

  • Option A – Metro + High-Speed Rail from Shanghai Hongqiao Station: Pudong Airport → Take Metro Line 2 (towards East Xujing) to Hongqiao Railway Station. This takes about 1 hour and 15–30 minutes depending on waiting time. From Hongqiao Railway Station, catch a high-speed train (G or D trains) to Suzhou. Travel time is roughly 25–30 minutes. This is generally the fastest and most reliable route.
  • Option B – Airport Shuttle + High-Speed Rail: Some hotels and private shuttle services offer transport from Pudong Airport to Hongqiao Railway Station or Suzhou directly. This can be convenient if you have heavy luggage, but it may take longer due to traffic (around 1.5–2 hours).
  • Option C – Taxi/Private Car to Hongqiao Station: Taking a taxi or ride-hailing service directly to Hongqiao Railway Station is faster than the metro in some cases, especially with luggage, but can be affected by Shanghai traffic. Estimated travel time is 60–90 minutes.

2) Tickets and travel tips:

  • Purchase high-speed rail tickets in advance online or at the station. Trains from Hongqiao to Suzhou run frequently, roughly every 15–30 minutes during peak hours.
  • Make sure to allow at least 30–45 minutes to navigate from Pudong Airport to Hongqiao station, considering metro transfers or traffic delays if using a taxi.
  • If your flight arrives late at night, check the last high-speed train schedule to Suzhou to avoid missing connections.
  • Luggage: Shanghai Metro allows suitcases, but traveling by taxi or shuttle may be more comfortable for larger bags.

In summary, the fastest and least hassle way is typically to take Metro Line 2 from Pudong Airport to Hongqiao Railway Station, then board a high-speed train to Suzhou. Alternative options include taxis or airport shuttles to Hongqiao, especially if you have a lot of luggage.

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