Getting Around Beijing
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Beijing Airport information
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Approximate taxi fare: 100 CNY
Beijing Capital International Airport is among the world's busiest airport and the busiest in Asia. Located a 40-minute drive from the city center, Beijing Capital International Airport offers direct service to approximately 80 cities around the world. With completion of its sprawling Terminal 3 in 2008, Beijing Capital International has settled into its current footprint and houses unparalleled services and amenities for passengers that make flying to and from Beijing a pleasant experience. Especially unique is the airport's designated area to pick up large numbers of visitors arriving for a conference. This convenience allows for easy organization and transportation of large and mid-sized groups. Travelers can also use the shuttle bus and express rail service to move between the airport and downtown Beijing.
Approximate taxi fare: 100 CNY
Beijing Capital International Airport is among the world's busiest airport and the busiest in Asia. Located a 40-minute drive from the city center, Beijing Capital International Airport offers direct service to approximately 80 cities around the world. With completion of its sprawling Terminal 3 in 2008, Beijing Capital International has settled into its current footprint and houses unparalleled services and amenities for passengers that make flying to and from Beijing a pleasant experience. Especially unique is the airport's designated area to pick up large numbers of visitors arriving for a conference. This convenience allows for easy organization and transportation of large and mid-sized groups. Travelers can also use the shuttle bus and express rail service to move between the airport and downtown Beijing.
Beijing Train information
Rail
Traveling to and from Beijing by train is easy, convenient, and fast. China has invested heavily in high-speed rail service, and new trains have been introduced to allow for the fastest and most comfortable ride possible. Trains in China reach top speeds of 125 to 155 miles per hour and cover the vast distances of the Chinese countryside in a relatively short period of time. Passengers can also book travel for international routes. In Beijing, most trains arrive and depart from the centrally located Beijing Railway Station. Built in the 1950s, trains at the Beijing Railway Station depart and arriver from destinations including Changchun, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and cities in Mongolia and Russia. The railway station is accessible from the Beijing Subway as well as a number of bus lines and trolleys. Beijing's West, North, East, and South Railway stations also serve trains, though service and destination options are more limited.
Beijing Subway
Opened in 1971, the Beijing Subway had only two lines until the opening of Line 13 in 2002. Since then, the subway has expanded to 18 lines, with plans underway for more. With over 300 stations, the Beijing Subway transfers millions of riders every weekday, so travel in the system during rush hour can be extremely crowded.
Traveling to and from Beijing by train is easy, convenient, and fast. China has invested heavily in high-speed rail service, and new trains have been introduced to allow for the fastest and most comfortable ride possible. Trains in China reach top speeds of 125 to 155 miles per hour and cover the vast distances of the Chinese countryside in a relatively short period of time. Passengers can also book travel for international routes. In Beijing, most trains arrive and depart from the centrally located Beijing Railway Station. Built in the 1950s, trains at the Beijing Railway Station depart and arriver from destinations including Changchun, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and cities in Mongolia and Russia. The railway station is accessible from the Beijing Subway as well as a number of bus lines and trolleys. Beijing's West, North, East, and South Railway stations also serve trains, though service and destination options are more limited.
Beijing Subway
Opened in 1971, the Beijing Subway had only two lines until the opening of Line 13 in 2002. Since then, the subway has expanded to 18 lines, with plans underway for more. With over 300 stations, the Beijing Subway transfers millions of riders every weekday, so travel in the system during rush hour can be extremely crowded.
Beijing Ground information
Bus
Beijing is home to over 500 bus routes that span the entire city. Though inexpensive and convenient, the bus system can be difficult for travelers who do not speak Chinese, as most drivers and bus signs are given only in the official language. Additionally, congestion in the city can make bus travel more time-consuming, so travel on the subway is generally preferred. Numbered 1 to 999, bus lines under 300 serve downtown and buses 300 and above travel to more distant destinations. Bus fares vary based on line. A number of passes are available.
Rental Cars
Rental car companies represented at Beijing Capital International Airport include Advantage, Alamo, Budget, Discount, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
Taxi
Visitors traveling to the city from Beijing Capital international Airport should expect to pay approximately RMB120 in taxi fare.
Beijing is home to over 500 bus routes that span the entire city. Though inexpensive and convenient, the bus system can be difficult for travelers who do not speak Chinese, as most drivers and bus signs are given only in the official language. Additionally, congestion in the city can make bus travel more time-consuming, so travel on the subway is generally preferred. Numbered 1 to 999, bus lines under 300 serve downtown and buses 300 and above travel to more distant destinations. Bus fares vary based on line. A number of passes are available.
Rental Cars
Rental car companies represented at Beijing Capital International Airport include Advantage, Alamo, Budget, Discount, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
Taxi
Visitors traveling to the city from Beijing Capital international Airport should expect to pay approximately RMB120 in taxi fare.
Beijing Public information
Bus
Beijing is home to over 500 bus routes that span the entire city. Though inexpensive and convenient, the bus system can be difficult for travelers who do not speak Chinese, as most drivers and bus signs are given only in the official language. Additionally, congestion in the city can make bus travel more time-consuming, so travel on the subway is generally preferred. Numbered 1 to 999, bus lines under 300 serve downtown and buses 300 and above travel to more distant destinations. Bus fares vary based on line. A number of passes are available.
Rail
Traveling to and from Beijing by train is easy, convenient, and fast. China has invested heavily in high-speed rail service, and new trains have been introduced to allow for the fastest and most comfortable ride possible. Trains in China reach top speeds of 125 to 155 miles per hour and cover the vast distances of the Chinese countryside in a relatively short period of time. Passengers can also book travel for international routes. In Beijing, most trains arrive and depart from the centrally located Beijing Railway Station. Built in the 1950s, trains at the Beijing Railway Station depart and arriver from destinations including Changchun, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and cities in Mongolia and Russia. The railway station is accessible from the Beijing Subway as well as a number of bus lines and trolleys. Beijing's West, North, East, and South Railway stations also serve trains, though service and destination options are more limited.
Beijing Subway
Opened in 1971, the Beijing Subway had only two lines until the opening of Line 13 in 2002. Since then, the subway has expanded to 18 lines, with plans underway for more. With over 300 stations, the Beijing Subway transfers millions of riders every weekday, so travel in the system during rush hour can be extremely crowded.
Rental Cars
Rental car companies represented at Beijing Capital International Airport include Advantage, Alamo, Budget, Discount, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
Taxi
Visitors traveling to the city from Beijing Capital international Airport should expect to pay approximately RMB120 in taxi fare.
Beijing is home to over 500 bus routes that span the entire city. Though inexpensive and convenient, the bus system can be difficult for travelers who do not speak Chinese, as most drivers and bus signs are given only in the official language. Additionally, congestion in the city can make bus travel more time-consuming, so travel on the subway is generally preferred. Numbered 1 to 999, bus lines under 300 serve downtown and buses 300 and above travel to more distant destinations. Bus fares vary based on line. A number of passes are available.
Rail
Traveling to and from Beijing by train is easy, convenient, and fast. China has invested heavily in high-speed rail service, and new trains have been introduced to allow for the fastest and most comfortable ride possible. Trains in China reach top speeds of 125 to 155 miles per hour and cover the vast distances of the Chinese countryside in a relatively short period of time. Passengers can also book travel for international routes. In Beijing, most trains arrive and depart from the centrally located Beijing Railway Station. Built in the 1950s, trains at the Beijing Railway Station depart and arriver from destinations including Changchun, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and cities in Mongolia and Russia. The railway station is accessible from the Beijing Subway as well as a number of bus lines and trolleys. Beijing's West, North, East, and South Railway stations also serve trains, though service and destination options are more limited.
Beijing Subway
Opened in 1971, the Beijing Subway had only two lines until the opening of Line 13 in 2002. Since then, the subway has expanded to 18 lines, with plans underway for more. With over 300 stations, the Beijing Subway transfers millions of riders every weekday, so travel in the system during rush hour can be extremely crowded.
Rental Cars
Rental car companies represented at Beijing Capital International Airport include Advantage, Alamo, Budget, Discount, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
Taxi
Visitors traveling to the city from Beijing Capital international Airport should expect to pay approximately RMB120 in taxi fare.
