Driving from Shanghai to Chongming
Chongming lies 50 km (31 mi) north-east of Shanghai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 45 min without stops, over roughly 60 km (38 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Shanghai | Chongming | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 24.9 million | 637,921 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
Where to book car hire from Shanghai to Chongming
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Staying in Chongming
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Chongming. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (2). Guests have left 28 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Chongming
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Common questions
How far is Chongming from Shanghai?
50 km (31 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Shanghai; by road roughly 60 km (38 mi).
How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Chongming by car?
About 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shanghai and Chongming?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Where can I stay in Chongming?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Chongming, 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.