{"id":94812,"date":"2025-08-26T15:00:44","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T07:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/?p=94812"},"modified":"2025-10-22T16:24:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T08:24:08","slug":"getting-around-shanghai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/getting-around-shanghai\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Around Shanghai: A Guide To Shanghai\u2019s Public Transport"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shanghai is massive \u2013 we\u2019re talking over 24 million people in one city. As someone planning a trip there soon, I\u2019ll admit the idea of navigating this sprawling metropolis initially felt daunting. The good news? Shanghai\u2019s public transportation is extensive, efficient, and incredibly tourist-friendly. From ultra-modern trains to colourful taxis and even bicycles, there are plenty of ways to zip from point A to B in Shanghai.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, I\u2019ll break down the main ways to get around Shanghai \u2013 Metro, Bus, Taxi, Maglev, and Bicycle \u2013 with handy tips I\u2019ve gathered while prepping for my adventure. By the end, you (and I!) should feel ready to tackle Shanghai\u2019s streets with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Metro<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_94811\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-94811\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94811\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Shanghai-metro.webp\" alt=\"shanghai public transportation: metro\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Shanghai-metro.webp 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Shanghai-metro-300x200.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-94811\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/people-inside-the-train-nSav4kCV-b8\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\">Touann Gatouillat Vergos<\/a> \/ Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Shanghai Metro is hands down the easiest and quickest way to get around the city. It\u2019s one of the world\u2019s busiest subway systems, with 19 lines and over 500 stations sprawling across all major areas. Don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t speak Mandarin \u2013 stations have comprehensive colour-coded maps, and most signs and announcements are in both Chinese and English. My friends were relieved to learn they could find their way even as non-fluent Chinese speakers, since every stop name is shown in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinyin <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Metro runs roughly 5.30am to 11.00pm daily, with trains every 3 &#8211; 7 minutes. A single ride costs between \u00a53 and \u00a515 (SGD0.50 -3), depending on the distance! You can buy single-journey tokens at multilingual machines, but most locals use a Shanghai Public Transport Card or scan a phone app to pay.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tip for riding the metro:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid rush hours if you can (around 7- 9am and 5 &#8211; 7pm)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use mobile payment apps like Alipay or WeChat Pay to scan the QR code at the gate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Otherwise, you can also consider a tourist pass: one-day unlimited metro travel for \u00a518 (SGD3.23), or a three-day pass for \u00a545 (SGD8) \u2013 perfect if you\u2019ll be sightseeing non-stop<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Bus<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_94810\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-94810\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94810\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Shanghai-bus.webp\" alt=\"Getting around shanghai with the public bus\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Shanghai-bus.webp 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Shanghai-bus-300x240.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-94810\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/a-trolley-bus-moves-down-a-city-street-WfUSyQDnZ6s\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\">Vong Vathanak<\/a> \/ Unsplash [cropped])<\/figcaption><\/figure><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shanghai\u2019s bus system is extensive \u2013 over a thousand lines criss-cross the city \u2013 and it\u2019s the cheapest way to get around. A bus ride costs only \u00a52 (about SGD0.40!) per trip, which you pay by dropping coins into a fare box next to the driver. If you have the above-mentioned Public Transport Card, just tap it when you board for a seamless experience. Buses generally run from 5am to 11pm, and there are even special night routes (numbers in the 300s) that operate after hours for nocturnal explorers.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, buses can be a bit trickier for tourists than the metro. Most bus stop signs are in Chinese only, so unless your Mandarin reading skills are ace, you\u2019ll want to plan your route ahead of time. I\u2019m definitely saving the bus routes I need in a translation app or taking photos of the Chinese characters for my destination. The good news is that once on board, stop announcements are also made in English on many buses! Buses can also get you closer to certain attractions than the metro, so they\u2019re worth figuring out. Just double-check the bus number and endpoint so you don\u2019t hop on the right bus going the wrong direction (been there, done that \ud83d\ude05).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tips for riding the bus:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re paying by cash, be sure to carry exact change, as drivers don\u2019t give change<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re unsure which bus to take, ask a hotel staff member or use a mapping app (more on those apps later) to find the right route<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Taxi (and Ride-Hailing with DiDi)<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_94805\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-94805\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94805\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Shanghai-taxi.webp\" alt=\"Getting around shanghai with taxi or didi chu xing\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Shanghai-taxi.webp 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Shanghai-taxi-300x240.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-94805\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/moving-cars-on-the-road-near-city-buildings-14995289\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\">Malcolm Hill<\/a> \/ Pexels [cropped])<\/figcaption><\/figure><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, nothing beats hopping into a taxi \u2013 especially when you\u2019re laden with shopping bags or it\u2019s late at night. Taxis in Shanghai are plentiful, relatively affordable, and operate 24\/7. Fares are metered and quite reasonable compared to other big cities. For example, a short ride within downtown might cost around SGD5 &#8211; 15, and a longer trip from Pudong Airport to The Bund is roughly SGD30. The base fare typically starts around \u00a514 (~SGD3) for the first 3 km (daytime), with incremental charges per kilometre after that \u2013 still cheap by international standards.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fun fact I learned: Shanghai\u2019s taxis are colour-coded by company. You\u2019ll see blue, yellow, green, white, and more. The light-blue \u201cDazhong\u201d taxis and yellow \u201cQiangsheng\u201d taxis are among the most reputable, often seen queued at hotels. Dark red or maroon cabs (and any cab with an \u201cX\u201d on the license plate) tend to charge higher fares \u2013 something to keep in mind if you\u2019re trying to save a few <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">yuan<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can\u2019t find an empty taxi on the street (rain, shift change, or busy areas make this tricky), this is where DiDi Chuxing comes to the rescue. Think of DiDi as the Grab (or Uber) of China \u2013 you can use the DiDi app in English to hail either a regular taxi or a private car. The app shows you upfront estimates, you can pay cashless via credit card, Alipay, or WeChat, and there\u2019s even an in-app translation feature to chat with your driver if Mandarin isn\u2019t your strong suit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tips for riding the taxi \/ DiDi:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid unlicensed \u201cblack cabs\u201d that might approach you, especially around airports; if there\u2019s no meter or no taxi sign, just say no<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most taxi drivers in Shanghai do not speak much English, so a pro tip is to have your destination address written in Chinese<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Maglev<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_94808\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-94808\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94808\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Maglev.webp\" alt=\"Public transportation in Shanghai: Maglev\" width=\"600\" height=\"326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Maglev.webp 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Maglev-300x163.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-94808\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Shanghai_Maglev_Train_near_Haitiansan_Road_Station,_Aug_11_2023.jpg\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\">A Chinese ID<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Okay, the Maglev is arguably not just public transportation in Shanghai \u2013 it\u2019s an attraction in itself. This futuristic train connects Pudong International Airport with Longyang Road station on the edge of the city, a ~30\u202fkm journey that the Maglev zips through in a blistering 8 minutes. How? By levitating on magnets and hitting speeds up to 430\u202fkm\/h (267\u202fmph). Yes, you read that right. The Shanghai Maglev is the fastest commercial train in the world, and riding it feels like something out of a sci-fi movie.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The train departs roughly every 15 \u2013 20 minutes between 6.45am and 9.40pm daily. You can buy tickets at the Maglev station in the airport \u2013 a single ride costs about \u00a550 (around SGD10). By the time you reach Longyang Road station, you can transfer to the Metro (Line 2, among others) or grab a taxi\/bus to your final destination \u2013 downtown Shanghai is still a bit further, since the Maglev doesn\u2019t go into the city centre.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the Maglev worth it? I\u2019d say yes for the experience alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tips for riding the Maglev:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Show your same-day flight boarding pass for a \u00a510 (~SGD2) discount on your ride<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grab the round-trip or combo ticket that includes a Metro Day Pass if you plan to return via Maglev<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Bicycle<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_94807\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-94807\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-94807\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bicycle.webp\" alt=\"Getting around shanghai with a rental bike\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bicycle.webp 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bicycle-300x200.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-94807\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/a-row-of-bikes-parked-next-to-each-other-on-a-sidewalk-wKTtwCgpPV8\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\">Tom Ru<\/a> \/ Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a more down-to-earth way of getting around, why not join the locals and hop on a bicycle? Shanghai has embraced bike culture in a big way. You\u2019ll see residents cycling to work or running errands daily. As a tourist, you have two main options: rent a bicycle from a shop or use the bike-sharing apps that are ubiquitous in Chinese cities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional rentals cost around \u00a580 &#8211; \u00a5150 (SGD14 &#8211; 26) per day and can be found at various rental shops (especially near parks or tourist hotspots). However, the bike-share route is super convenient if you have mobile internet. Apps like Mobike (now part of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meituan<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) or Ofo allow you to unlock bikes scattered all over the city. These apps have English interfaces and cost roughly \u00a51 (SGD0.20) per half-hour of riding. It\u2019s as easy as find, scan, and go \u2013 you pick up a bike wherever it\u2019s parked and just leave it at your destination (well, preferably in a designated bike parking area or out of the way).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tips for riding the bicycle:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A word of caution: Shanghai\u2019s traffic can be intense, and not every road is bicycle-friendly. Many main roads have dedicated bike lanes, but some major avenues ban bicycles altogether<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re cycling, stick to bike lanes and smaller streets, and stay alert\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must-have apps for getting around Shanghai<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-94806\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/apps-for-getting-around-Shanghai.webp\" alt=\"apps for getting around Shanghai\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/apps-for-getting-around-Shanghai.webp 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/apps-for-getting-around-Shanghai-300x200.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In today\u2019s connected world, your smartphone can be your best friend in Shanghai. I\u2019ve stocked mine with a few <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/apps-china-travel\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">must-have China apps<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to make getting around Shanghai&#8217;s public transportation a breeze:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shanghai Metro App (Metro Man\/Metro \u4e0a\u6d77)\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To navigate the metro like a boss, a metro map app is essential. I downloaded MetroMan, a highly recommended app that works offline and provides real-time train schedules, routes, and fares. It\u2019s in English and super intuitive \u2013 type in your departure and destination stations, and it will figure out the quickest route, transfers, and even tell you which exit to use. Alternatively, apps like Citymapper also cover Shanghai and can integrate metro, bus, and walking directions in one go.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baidu Maps (\u767e\u5ea6\u5730\u56fe)<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google Maps\u2019 coverage in China is limited (and Google services are blocked on cellular networks), so Baidu Maps is the go-to for navigation. Baidu Maps has very detailed and accurate info for buses, walking, and driving. The catch: it\u2019s primarily in Chinese. However, with a bit of effort (and perhaps copy-pasting addresses), it\u2019s doable \u2013 plus, it shows public transport options that western apps might miss. There is an English mode in the app settings, though some place names might still display in Chinese. I see this as my backup for complex journeys. Another alternative is Apple Maps, which surprisingly works decently in China nowadays, or AMap (Gaode), which has an English version too.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WeChat (\u5fae\u4fe1)\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s impossible to talk about China without mentioning WeChat. This all-in-one app is like WhatsApp, Facebook, and PayPal rolled into one. For transport, WeChat Pay is especially useful \u2013 you can pay for metro rides, buses, taxis, and pretty much anything by scanning QR codes. I plan to link my credit card via WeChat\u2019s wallet (foreign cards can be added, though some features are easier with a Chinese bank card). Many vending machines, convenience stores and even street food stalls in Shanghai prefer mobile payment, so WeChat Pay will be my everyday tool.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alipay (\u652f\u4ed8\u5b9d)\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another mobile payment giant. Much like WeChat Pay, Alipay is widely accepted everywhere \u2013 from big malls to tiny dumpling shops. As a tourist, Alipay has a feature called Tour Pass that lets foreigners use a prepaid wallet linked to their international bank card. I\u2019ve set this up to ensure I have multiple cashless options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting around Shanghai made easy<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting around Shanghai might have seemed intimidating at first, but with all these options and tips, I\u2019m feeling much more confident about my upcoming trip \u2013 and I hope you are too. The city\u2019s blend of ultra-modern infrastructure and local charm means you can whiz across town on a high-speed train in the morning, then meander through old alleys on a bicycle in the afternoon. The key is to mix and match transport modes to fit your plans. To further smooth out your trip, check out some of our other guides, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/things-to-do-in-shanghai\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">things to do in Shanghai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a ready-made<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/shanghai-itinerary\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Shanghai Itinerary<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for inspiration, and even a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/shanghai-shopping\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shanghai shopping guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why walk when you can bus-tle through Shanghai<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":58,"featured_media":95906,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":{"subtitle":"","format":"standard","override":[{"template":"2","parallax":"1","layout":"right-sidebar","sidebar":"default-sidebar","second_sidebar":"default-sidebar","sticky_sidebar":"1","share_position":"bottom","share_float_style":"share-monocrhome","show_featured":"1","show_post_meta":"1","show_post_author":"1","show_post_author_image":"1","show_post_date":"1","post_date_format":"default","post_date_format_custom":"Y\/m\/d","show_post_category":"1","show_post_reading_time":"1","post_reading_time_wpm":"300","post_calculate_word_method":"str_word_count","show_zoom_button":"0","zoom_button_out_step":"2","zoom_button_in_step":"3","show_post_tag":"1","show_prev_next_post":"1","show_popup_post":"1","number_popup_post":"3","show_author_box":"1","show_post_related":"1","show_inline_post_related":"0","show_comment_section":"1"}],"image_override":[{"single_post_thumbnail_size":"no-crop","single_post_gallery_size":"crop-715"}],"trending_post_position":"meta","trending_post_label":"Trending","sponsored_post_label":"Sponsored by","disable_ad":"0"},"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_override_bookmark_settings":{"override_bookmark_button":"0","override_show_bookmark_button":"0"},"jnews_social_meta":[],"jnews_review":[],"enable_review":"","type":"percentage","name":"","summary":"","brand":"","sku":"","good":[],"bad":[],"score_override":"","override_value":"","rating":[],"price":[],"jnews_override_counter":{"view_counter_number":"0","share_counter_number":"0","like_counter_number":"0","dislike_counter_number":"0"},"jnews_post_split":{"post_split":[{"template":"1","tag":"h2","numbering":"asc","mode":"normal","first":"0","enable_toc":"0","toc_type":"normal"}]},"footnotes":""},"categories":[1982],"tags":[1860,1033,1789,1101],"class_list":["post-94812","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel","tag-holiday-destinations-in-asia","tag-travel-guide","tag-travel-itinerary","tag-travel-tips"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Getting Around Shanghai: A Guide To Shanghai\u2019s Public Transport<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking to get around Shanghai? 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