3 Easy Ways from Pudong Airport to Wuzhen: Save Time & Money
Pudong International Airport (PVG) is about 170 km from Wuzhen, taking 2.5–3.5 hours depending on your ride. Here are the most popular and hassle-free options.
🚌 Option 1: Direct Bus (Cheapest with No Transfers)
- Route: Straight from Pudong Airport to Wuzhen
- Time: Around 3.5 hours
- Price: 100–120 RMB per person
- Schedule: 1–2 trips daily, usually 10:00–10:30 AM (double-check before your flight)
- Tickets: Buy at the Long-distance Bus Ticket Office in T1 or T2 (ground floor), or book ahead on Trip.com, Qunar, or WeChat
- Drops off: Wuzhen Bus Station, then a quick 5–10 minute taxi to the East/West ancient town areas
Perfect if you land in the morning and want to head straight there without hitting Shanghai center.
🚆 Option 2: High-Speed Train (Fastest and Most Comfortable)
Step 1: Pudong Airport (PVG) to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
- Metro Line 2 (one transfer at Guanglan Road): ~1.5 hours
- Or taxi/DiDi: 150–200 RMB, 60–70 minutes
Step 2: Shanghai Hongqiao to Tongxiang Station
- ~1 hour on high-speed train (G or D class)
- 70–90 RMB per person
Step 3: Tongxiang Station to Wuzhen
- Local bus: 30 minutes, 8–10 RMB
- Taxi/DiDi: 25–30 minutes, 60–80 RMB
Great if you arrive in Shanghai midday or afternoon, or plan to overnight there first.
🚗 Option 3: Private Car Pickup (Best for Groups & Families)
- Time: About 2.5 hours door-to-door
- Prices:
- 5-seater: 600–700 RMB per trip
- 7-seater: 800–900 RMB per trip
- Book via: Trip.com, Klook, or DiDi WeChat mini-app
Ideal for families, groups, seniors, or little kids—no lugging bags or switching rides.
✅ Quick Pick Guide
| Your Schedule | Best Choice |
|---|---|
| Land early, go direct to Wuzhen | 🚌 Direct Bus |
| Want speed & comfort | 🚆 High-Speed Train |
| Group or kids in tow | 🚗 Private Car |
Plan ahead, and you'll be strolling Wuzhen's canals in no time!
