Shanghai to Jining by bus
Jining lies 649 km (403 mi) north-west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 11 h 54 min including stops, over roughly 792 km (492 mi) of road.
| Shanghai | Jining | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 43 m (141 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 272000 |
Where to book buses from Shanghai to Jining
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Staying in Jining
Our booking partner lists 49 places to stay in Jining. Of the 42 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (22), and 4 are five-star. Guests have left 93 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Jining
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Common questions
How far is Jining from Shanghai?
649 km (403 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Shanghai; by road roughly 792 km (492 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Jining by bus?
About 11 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Jining?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Jining?
Our booking partner lists 49 places to stay in Jining, 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.