Shanghai to Linfen by bus
Linfen lies 1,066 km (663 mi) north-west of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 19 h 23 min including stops, over roughly 1,301 km (808 mi) of road.
| Shanghai | Linfen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 959,198 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 451 m (1,480 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 040000 |
Where to book buses from Shanghai to Linfen
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Staying in Linfen
Our booking partner lists 14 places to stay in Linfen. Of the 10 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (7). Guests have left 4 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Linfen
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Common questions
How far is Linfen from Shanghai?
1,066 km (663 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Shanghai; by road roughly 1,301 km (808 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Linfen by bus?
About 19 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Linfen?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Linfen?
Our booking partner lists 14 places to stay in Linfen, 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.