Originally Posted by
moondog
If the train went to somewhere useful, it might be more desirable.
Traffic isn't really much of an issue to/from the airport, but the area around Longyang Road (Maglev Stn) can get congested.
You should try the Maglev at least once because it is cool, but it isn't really a time saver for most of us.
I don't think there is any point in taking a taxi from Longyang Rd. More like a choice of Maglev & Metro or taxi from the airport.
A combo of lines 2 & 9 is surprisingly convenient for some parts of Lujiazui, the former Expo grounds (switch to line 8) and further on Xujiahui.
Lines 6 and 7 also have their merits, the latter of course connecting Longyang Rd. with the nearby Jumeirah and Shangri-La hotels.