Shanghai Airport Transfer Guide
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is about 30 km from central Shanghai. A pre-booked transfer is the door-to-door option: you book before you fly, the fare is fixed when you book, and the driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign.
- Cheapest way in: Metro Line 2
- Fastest: Maglev โ 7 min (world's fastest train)
30 km from the city centre
Pre-book your Shanghai airport transfer
English-speaking driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign. Fixed prices, flight tracking, free cancellation up to 24h.
- Flight tracking โ delay-aware pickup
- Fixed price ยท no surge ยท free cancellation
- Cars, vans, minibuses for 1โ8 passengers
via Welcome Pickups ยท PVG
Other ways from PVG into Shanghai
| Option | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Maglev to Longyang Road | 7 min at 431 km/h | Fastest + iconic |
| Metro Line 2 to People's Square | 60 min | Cheapest |
| Official taxi | 45-75 min (traffic) | Direct + luggage |
| DiDi | 45-75 min | App-based ยท needs Chinese phone |
Fares, frequencies and tips for each option are in our Shanghai airport transport guide.
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FAQ
How far is Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai?+
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is about 30 km from central Shanghai. Fastest way in: Maglev โ 7 min (world's fastest train).
What is the cheapest way from PVG into Shanghai?+
Metro Line 2. Our Shanghai airport transport guide compares every option.
Can I pre-book a private transfer from PVG?+
Yes. Welcome Pickups operates in Shanghai: you book before you fly, the fare is fixed when you book, and the driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign.
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