Transport guide · China
Getting to Shanghai International Circuit
How to reach Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai by public transport — nearest airports, train and shuttle connections, transport cards, and essential race day tips. All information is route-based (not time-specific) and accurate year-round.
Quick summary
- ✈️ PVG — 45km · Maglev to Longyang, then Metro Line 2
- ✈️ SHA — 40km · Metro Line 10 then Line 2
- 📍 City to circuit — Official race weekend shuttle from Anting Metro
- 💳 Transport card — Shanghai Public Transportation Card (交通卡)
From Shanghai Pudong (PVG) (PVG)
45km from Shanghai International Circuit
Maglev to Longyang, then Metro Line 2
Take the Shanghai Maglev (430 km/h, world's fastest passenger train) from PVG to Longyang Road Station (8 min, ¥50). Transfer to Metro Line 2 toward Jiading North — alight at Anting (40 min, ¥6). The circuit is 8km from Anting station; taxis available.
💡 Tip: The Maglev experience is worth doing in itself. Buy the round-trip Maglev+Metro combo ticket for best value.
From Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) (SHA)
40km from Shanghai International Circuit
Metro Line 10 then Line 2
Metro Line 10 from Hongqiao Airport T1 or T2, transfer to Line 2 at Hongqiao Railway Station (10 min). Take Line 2 west toward Jiading North — Anting station (35 min). Taxi to circuit from Anting.
💡 Tip: Race weekend typically has additional shuttle buses from Anting station directly to the circuit gates — look for official signage.
From Shanghai city centre to Shanghai International Circuit
Shanghai International Circuit is in Jiading District, northwest of the city. Metro Line 2 to Anting is the main public transport option; from Anting, taxis or race weekend shuttles complete the journey.
Official race weekend shuttle from Anting Metro
During race weekend, shuttle buses run from Anting (安亭) Metro Station to the circuit gates. Check official FOM/SAIC Motor communications for the schedule.
💡 Tip: Confirm shuttle schedule via the official Chinese Grand Prix website before travel.
💳 Transport card — Shanghai Public Transportation Card (交通卡)
Rechargeable card valid on all Metro lines, buses, and most ferries. Purchase at any Metro station — you need your passport for initial purchase in Shanghai. Valid for the Maglev at reduced price.
¥20 deposit + credit
Race day notes
- ·The circuit is 45km from central Shanghai — allow significant extra time on race day.
- ·Download a VPN before arriving in China — Google Maps, WhatsApp, and most Western apps are blocked without one.
- ·Didi (China's Uber equivalent) is the primary rideshare app — download before arrival and register with a Chinese phone number or international card.
- ·April weather in Shanghai is variable — 15–22°C with possible rain. A light waterproof is recommended.
Live journey planners
For real-time departure times, use one of these planners — they always reflect the current timetable.
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