Essential Guide to Hangzhou Urban Transportation: Everything You Need to Know

When traveling to Hangzhou, knowing transportation information is crucial to planning your trip. The following is a detailed guide to transportation in Hangzhou, including airplanes, trains and high-speed railways, cabs, subways, buses, walking, and transportation tips.

1.  Airplane

Hangzhou's main Airport is Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, located in Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou, about 27 kilometers from the city center. The airport has numerous domestic and international flights connecting many cities and regions at home and abroad. Travelers can choose a suitable flight according to their schedule. After arriving at the airport, there are various transportation options to the city center, such as subway (Line 1 and Line 7 directly to the city), airport buses, cabs, and so on.

2.  Train and high-speed rail

Hangzhou has several train stations, the most important of which are Hangzhou East Station and Hangzhou Station.

A.  Hangzhou East Railway Station: It is the largest high-speed railway station in Hangzhou and one of the largest transportation hubs in Asia, connecting all major cities in China. From Hangzhou East Railway Station, you can take high-speed railways or motorized trains to all parts of the country.

B.  Hangzhou Station: Located in the center of Hangzhou, it is mainly responsible for stopping general-speed trains. Though small, it is strategically located for tourists to access the city center attractions.

3.  Cab

Cab is a convenient means of transportation in Hangzhou. Cabs are mostly green and white in color, with a starting price of RMB 13 (including RMB 3 fuel surcharge), and are charged by mileage after exceeding the starting mileage. There are cab stops at transportation hubs such as airports, train stations, bus stations and major commercial areas.

4.  Subway

Hangzhou Metro currently operates a number of lines, covering major areas and attractions in the city. Taking the subway can quickly and conveniently reach various destinations. Hangzhou metro fares are calculated by station, with one-way fares ranging from 2 yuan to 14 yuan. You can use Hangzhou Tong Card, Alipay, Cloud Flash Pay and other ways to purchase tickets to ride.

5.  Bus

Hangzhou's public transportation network is also very developed, covering many areas in and around the city. There are various types of buses, including ordinary buses, bus rapid transit (BRT) and so on. The bus fare is generally 2 yuan or 3 yuan, and you can use Hangzhou Tong Card, Alipay and other electronic payment methods to purchase tickets. In addition, Hangzhou has opened a number of special tourist buses to facilitate visitors to major attractions.

6.  Walking

Hangzhou is a city with beautiful scenery and many attractions are concentrated in the city center area. Therefore, walking is also a good way to visit. In places such as West Lake Scenic Area and Hefang Street, walking can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery, but also deeply experience the History and Culture of Hangzhou.

7.  Transportation Tips

A.  A. Plan your trip in advance: according to your own travel plan, plan your transportation mode and route in advance to avoid delaying your trip.

B.  Pay attention to real-time traffic information: you can check the traffic condition in real time through cell phone APP (such as Gaode Map, Baidu Map, etc.) to avoid the congested road.

C.  Pay attention to the traffic restriction policy: Hangzhou has a traffic restriction policy for small buses, especially non-Zhejiang A license plate vehicles can not enter part of the city within a specific time period. Tourists should understand the relevant policies before traveling, so as not to violate the provisions of the penalty.

D.  Safe travel: no matter what kind of transportation, pay attention to the safety of personal belongings, comply with traffic rules, to ensure travel safety.

In summary, it is very important to know good transportation information before traveling to Hangzhou. We hope the above guide can help you plan your trip better and enjoy a pleasant trip to Hangzhou. If you have any other questions, please contact us!

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