Shanghai to Chaohu by bus
Chaohu lies 343 km (213 mi) west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 25 min including stops, over roughly 419 km (260 mi) of road.
| Shanghai | Chaohu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 138,463 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 238000 |
Where to book buses from Shanghai to Chaohu
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Staying in Chaohu
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Common questions
How far is Chaohu from Shanghai?
343 km (213 mi) in a straight line, west of Shanghai; by road roughly 419 km (260 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Chaohu by bus?
About 6 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Chaohu?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.