Shanghai to Cangzhou by bus
Cangzhou lies 893 km (555 mi) north-west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 16 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 1,090 km (677 mi) of road.
| Shanghai | Cangzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 527,681 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 061000 |
Where to book buses from Shanghai to Cangzhou
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Staying in Cangzhou
Our booking partner lists 25 places to stay in Cangzhou. Of the 18 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (12). Guests have left 35 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Cangzhou
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Common questions
How far is Cangzhou from Shanghai?
893 km (555 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Shanghai; by road roughly 1,090 km (677 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Cangzhou by bus?
About 16 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Cangzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Cangzhou?
Our booking partner lists 25 places to stay in Cangzhou, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.