Shanghai to Dandong by bus
Dandong lies 1,025 km (637 mi) north of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 18 h 39 min including stops, over roughly 1,251 km (777 mi) of road.
| Shanghai | Dandong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 815,858 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 118000 |
Where to book buses from Shanghai to Dandong
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Staying in Dandong
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Dandong. Of the 10 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 183 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Dandong from Shanghai?
1,025 km (637 mi) in a straight line, north of Shanghai; by road roughly 1,251 km (777 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Dandong by bus?
About 18 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Dandong?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Dandong?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Dandong, 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.