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Approximate Travel Distance | Approximate Flight Duration | Popular Airlines | Popular Airport |
|---|---|---|---|
404
Km
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1 hour
20 min
| Beijing Daxing International Airport |
Transportation to Taiyuan Airport from the City Center
It is quite practical and easy to arrive at Taiyuan Wusu Airport from the city center of Taiyuan. There are many ways to cover the distance of 15 kilometers. There are many alternatives that you can choose among such as especially airport shuttle buses, city buses, taxis, Uber vehicles and transfer services. The maximum duration of your travel is 20-35 minutes.
Airport Shuttle Buses
The airport shuttle buses are perhaps the cheapest way to go to the Taiyuan Wusu Airport from the city in a short time. There are 4 different routes of these buses offering service within the body of the airport and by using these buses you can go wherever you want in the city. If you are near the central railway station or Wuyi Square (the Sanjin International Hotel is very close to this square), it is possible to get to Taiyuan Wusu Airport easily by getting on Line 1 and paying only 16 Chinese Yuan (2014). This bus also stops by Yingpin Bus Station and its arrival time to the airport is 40 minutes. To get on Line 2, you should be near the Xishan building. The other line has more stops than this and the fare is 25-30 Chinese Yuan. Line 3, moving from South Railway Station (13 Yuan-20 minutes) and Line 4 moving from East Bus Station (25 yuan-40 minutes), provide direct access to the Taiyuan Wusu Airport.
City Buses
If shuttle bus departure times or stops are not suitable for you, you can use the city buses passing through the city center. Whichever city bus you get on; the fare you should pay will be 2 yuan (2016). Bus line 201 goes directly to the Taiyuan Wusu Airport, by passing through Wuyi Square located in the heart of Taiyuan, Jiannan Bus Station and Beiying Railway Station. The total duration of the bus line 201 offering service every 30 minutes is 45 minutes.
Taxi
Taxis are not frequently used in the city because the buses stop by every point of the city. If your flight is outside the hours during which the buses offer service, it will be useful to prefer taxis. It is especially possible to see a great number of taxis around Wuyi Square. You can get to the Taiyuan Wusu Airport from the city center in about 15-20 minutes by taxi and you can pay up to 20-25 Chinese Yuan for this travel. You need to pay 35-45 yuan to travel from the railway station to the airport.
Car Rental
If you are planning to stay in Taiyuan longer than a few days, renting a car may be the best choice. You will not have to follow the schedules of public transport vehicles, and you can comfortably go wherever you want with your own vehicle. There is a high probability that you will come across a large number of global and local car rental companies in the city. It is possible to arrive at Taiyuan Wusu Airport within 15-20 minutes after you have received your car.
Airport Information
Taiyuan Wusu International Airport is one of the most important airports in China's Shanxi region. The airport built in 1939 has been home to many restorations and expansion works. Taiyuan Wusu Airport, located 15 kilometers southeast of Taiyuan city center, has a capacity of 6 million passengers annually. At the airport, there are stores, cafes and restaurants where you can have a pleasant time while you are waiting for your flight. The airport has also two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. In addition, you can take advantage of many opportunities such as ATMs, exchange bureau, three banks, VIP and lounge areas, offices of transfer and car rental services, travel agencies, free internet access and information desks.
Last Updated: 29 Nov 2016Transportation to Beijing City Center from Airport
Capital Intl. Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport is located 32 km from the city center. Capital International Airport is the largest and most important airport in Beijing. There are a variety of transportation alternatives you can use to get to the airport. If you prefer to travel by road you can take a taxi, bus, or car. If you prefer to travel by rail you can either take the train or metro from the city center.
Taxi
One of the transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from Capital International Airport is by taxi. Taxis are readily available at each terminal. The total time it takes to get to the city can vary depending on the traffic but usually it takes about 40 minutes.
Bus
Buses are another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Capital International Airport. Buses operate between the airport and various parts of the city. Buses are accessible from in front of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. There are a total of 8 different bus routes. Do not forget to find out which bus you need to take, which will vary according to your final destination in the city.
Train
Another transportation alternative to get to the city center is by train. You can easily get to the city center by train, which is a faster option compared to a bus or taxi. Trains are accessible from Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and take about 10 minutes to get to the city center. These express trains run between 4 stops, Dongzhimen, Sanyuanqiao, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3, making the total trip very quick. Express trains operate every day of the week from 6 am to 11 pm.
Metro
The metro is one of the fastest methods of transportation to get to the city center from the airport. The metro operates underground, avoiding the heavy city traffic. Therefore it provides quick transportation to the city. The metro is accessible from the terminal buildings. Depending on your destination in the city you might have to transfer between lines. Therefore, remember to check the metro line routes and intersections beforehand.
Transfer Services
Transfer services are another alternative to get to the city by road. Transfer services provide transportation between Capital International Airport and Fangzhuang, Xidan and Beijing Train Station. These transfer services are accessible from every terminal building at the airport. The transfer service you take will depend on your destination in the city, so remember to find out beforehand.
Inter-Terminal Buses
Inter-terminal buses provide transportation between the three terminals at Capital International Airport. The airport covers an expansive area, so this service is necessary to get to and from each terminal. These inter-terminal buses are free and provide quick transportation between terminals.
Beijing Nanyuan Airport
Located around 13 km from the city center Nanyuan Airport is the oldest airport in China. However today it is a small airport serving mostly domestic flights operated by China United Airlines. The easiest transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. Other methods of transportation include buses, transfer services, and rental cars.
Taxi
Taxis are a quick and comfortable transportation alternative to get to the city center from Nanyuan Airport. Taxis are accessible in front of the terminal building. To get to most parts of the city center takes between 20 minutes and an hour and half, at most. Taxis are a bit more expensive compared to other methods of transportation however they are more reliable and faster.
Bus
Buses are an affordable way to get to the city center from the airport. Buses depart from the Xinhua Lu Nankou bus stop at Nanyuan Airport. They are both an economical and comfortable transportation alternative. Buses operate from 5 am to 10 pm and there are multiple lines that run to the city center.
Transfer Services
Nanyuan Airport arranges transfer services that provide transportation to various parts of the city center. There are two buses that run on two different routes, one operates between 6 am and 3:30 pm and the other operates between 11:15 am and midnight. Taking a transfer service to the furthest stop along the route takes about an hour and a half.
Rental Car
Another method of transportation to get to the city center is by rental car. There are various rental car companies located at Nanyuan Airport. You can rent a car from the airport and enjoy a comfortable ride to the city center. You also have the option of renting a car with or without a driver.
Daxing International Airport
There are 4 options for traveling from Beijing Daxing Airport to the Beijing city center. You can reach many points of the city in 80 minutes with terminal taxis for a fare costing approximately $30.5. You can reach the city center from the terminal in about 90 minutes with more affordable costs by taking the means of public transport such as bus lines, high-speed subways and intercity trains. The intercity train line enables transportation to Beijing West Railway Station in 20-35 minutes with a cost of $4.5. If you take the subway line, you can reach Caoqiao Station only within 19 minutes, and you must pay about $4.5 for this journey.
Transportation to the Beijing city center by bus
The bus lines 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 are in service between 07:30 and 23:00 every day; the bus line 6 runs only during the night shift. One-way bus tickets cost $5.5, and the routes are as follows:
Line 1: (07:30-23:00) Daxing Airport, Beijing Main Train Station.
Line 2: (07:30-23:00) Daxing Airport, Beijing West Railway Station.
Line 3: (07:30-23:00) Daxing Airport, Beijing South Railway Station.
Line 4: (07:30-23:00) Daxing Airport, Tongzhou.
Line 5: (07:30-23:00) Daxing Airport, Fangshan.
Line 6: (23:00-until the last flight arrives) Xuanwu Gate (Night Route).
There are buses to Tianjin and Langfang intercity bus terminals from the airport 4 times a day. The routes of these buses, which have ticket prices varying between $4.8 and $10.5, are as follows:
Line 1: (between 07:00 and 14:00, and 150 minutes travel time) Daxing Airport-Tianjin Bus/Train Stations.
Line 2: (every hour between 08:30 and 20:30, and 90 minutes travel time) Langfang Bus Terminal.
Line 3: (between 10:00 and 12:00, 18:00 and 20:00, and 180 minutes travel time) Tangshan West Bus Terminal.
Line 4: (between 07:00 and 10:00, 14:00 and 17:00, and 180 minutes travel time) Baoding Bus Terminal.
Transportation to the Beijing city center by train
With the new Beijing-Xiong'an Intercity Railway, you can quickly and comfortably go to Beijing West Railway Station from the airport. High-speed trains reach Beijing West Railway Station from Daxing Airport only within 20 minutes, and the tickets cost approximately $4.2. You can buy your ticket at the train station or online if you use a Chinese bank card.
Transportation to the Beijing city center by subway
With the New Airport Subway Line, it is possible to reach Caoqiao Station in the Beijing city center from the airport only within 19 minutes. The New Line, which has a ticket price of $3.5, runs between 06:30 and 22:30, and the waiting time between the trains varies between 8.5 and 10 minutes. In the future, this subway line is expected to be extended to Lize Business District Station.
Transportation to the Beijing city center by taxi
International driver's licenses are not accepted in China, so if you are a foreigner in the city and want to travel comfortably by car, taking a taxi will be a good option. Airport taxis are in service 24/7 and transport passengers to the Beijing city center within 60-90 minutes for a fare costing approximately $30.5. Beijing is one of the cities famous for its heavy traffic. For this reason, we recommend you remember that the travel time or the taxi fare may change.
Car rental services
There are offices of many Chinese and international car rental companies at Daxing Airport. If you are traveling for holiday purposes and want to see Beijing or attend several business meetings, renting a car will be a good option.
At the airport, you can find rental cars suitable for every budget, such as luxury sedans, economical fuel-efficient vehicles or large minivans, and select the vehicle that best suits your requirements. Foreigners are not allowed to drive in China, even if they have an international driver's license. Therefore, if you want to rent a car, you can easily get a temporary driver's license by following the procedure or only rent a car with a driver.
Transportation to the Beijing city center by car
If you want to go to the Beijing city center by car, you need to use three highways (Beijing-Kaifeng G45-Beijing-Taipei G3-Beijing-Kunming G5 and Langzhuo Expressway S24), which are connected to the terminal from the eastern, central and western parts, respectively. Langzhuo Expressway S24 was built specifically to meet the transportation needs of the airport, and the highway substantially shortens the time required to reach Beijing from the airport. The time required to go from the airport to the Beijing city center, which is located 46 kilometers away, by car is approximately 1 hour.
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For Taiyuan-Beijing flights, you can use Taiyuan Wusu Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Capital Intl. Airport, Beijing Nanyuan Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Taiyuan-Beijing is 404 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
