Shanghai to Yantai by bus
Yantai lies 695 km (432 mi) north of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 44 min including stops, over roughly 848 km (527 mi) of road.
| Shanghai | Yantai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 7.1 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Postal codes | 200000 | 264000 |
Where to book buses from Shanghai to Yantai
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Staying in Yantai
Our booking partner lists 76 places to stay in Yantai. Of the 69 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (27), and 13 are five-star. Guests have left 811 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Yantai from Shanghai?
695 km (432 mi) in a straight line, north of Shanghai; by road roughly 848 km (527 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Yantai by bus?
About 12 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Yantai?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Yantai?
Our booking partner lists 76 places to stay in Yantai, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.