{"id":99136,"date":"2024-10-21T21:21:56","date_gmt":"2024-10-21T13:21:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chinatours.com\/?p=99136"},"modified":"2025-04-28T17:40:56","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T09:40:56","slug":"hangzhou-transportation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/china-travel-insights\/hangzhou-transportation\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Getting Around in Hangzhou Like a Local"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Getting around in Hangzhou is as easygoing as the city itself. That\u2019s quite a big call, considering how big and bustling every China destination seems to be, however, Hangzhou transportation makes touring Hangzhou a pleasure.\u00a0 Come on a\u00a0Hangzhou tour<\/a>\u00a0with ChinaTours.com and we will introduce you to the wonders of Hangzhou’s transportation.<\/p>\n

Hangzhou transportation<\/h2>\n

Since the G20 Summit in 2016, Hangzhou has become an increasingly popular travel destination. And it\u2019s not surprising, given the blend of immense cultural significance and natural beauty.<\/p>\n

In order to keep up with the growing number of travelers, the city\u2019s worked hard to establish a solid transportation system. Now, Hangzhou has many modern transport options, which make getting in, out and around the city a breeze.<\/p>\n

Looking to effortlessly explore the picturesque capital of the Zhejiang province? Here\u2019s what you need to know about getting around in Hangzhou.<\/p>\n

Getting there and visiting Hangzhou\u2019s surrounding areas<\/h3>\n

Hangzhou is easily reached by train, plane, and bus from both major cities, such as Hong Kong, Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, and Guilin, as well as international cities like Macau, Seoul, Tokyo, Bangkok, and Singapore.<\/p>\n

Fly from Hangzhou\u2019s Garden Airport<\/h4>\n\n\n
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Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airpor<\/a>t (IATA: HGH, ICAO: ZSHC) is the main airport serving the city, and one of the top ten major airports in China. It\u2019s been given the name \u201cGarden Airport\u201d because of the green surroundings and flower gardens.<\/p>\n

Not only does the airport operate domestic and regional flights within the Zhejiang province, and the rest of China, it also serves flights to east, southeast and south Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.<\/p>\n

The airport is located 27 kilometers east of Hangzhou city center and easily reached by shuttle bus. There are shuttle buses that\u2019ll take you to and from the city center, or you can catch one to or from neighboring cities like Wuzhen, Yiwu, Jinhua, Shaoxing, Jiaxing, and Suzhou.<\/p>\n

Hangzhou trains will get you on the right track<\/h4>\n\n\n
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While you\u2019re on a tour in Hangzhou, it\u2019s definitely worth your while to explore the surrounding areas of the Wuzhen Water Town, Shanghai, Suzhou, and Huangshan. With travel times greatly reduced, China\u2019s rapidly expanding bullet train network makes it very easy to travel between these destinations.<\/p>\n

Most of these high-speed trains depart from Hangzhou East Railway Station, which has become a popular transportation hub since its opening in 2013. From East Railway Station, you can also easily catch a bus or metro downtown, to the airport, or to other scenic areas in the city.<\/p>\n

A slower form of Hangzhou transportation is the regular train service.\u00a0 Thus, if you prefer a slower pace, we recommend catching a train from Hangzhou Railway Station. Hangzhou Railway Station, or Cheng Zhan, as the locals call it, is the city\u2019s main railway station, serving regular trains to nearby areas like Ningbo, Yiwu, Wenzhou, and Shanghai.<\/p>\n

Looking to venture outside the Zhejiang province? Why not catch an overnight train as Hangzhou Railway Station also offers train rides to Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Guangzhou, and many more major cities across China.<\/p>\n

Getting around in Hangzhou<\/h3>\n

As we mentioned before, getting around in Hangzhou is easy and convenient. There are many different ways to explore the city\u2019s historic, gastronomic and natural charm. The most popular forms of Hangzhou transportation are bus, metro, or taxi, but if you\u2019re feeling a little adventurous, why not explore the city by bike?<\/p>\n\n\n

Hassle-free travel with Hangzhou public transport<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Hangzhou boasts having an extensive city bus system, consisting of regular lines, night lines, peak-hour lines, holiday lines, sightseeing lines, and BRT lines. The bus will get you to nearly all of the city\u2019s major areas for a reasonable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hangzhou has expanded its metro system to a total of 12 metro lines by Nov 2023.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Usually, it\u2019s not necessary to phone a taxi, as Hangzhou has plenty of taxis. Almost 10 000, to be more specific. You can easily hail them from the side of the street, though, try to avoid hailing taxis around peak hours, as traffic gets extremely busy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a form of Hangzhou transportation, taxis are considered safe, reliable and affordable, with a base fare of CNY13 for a short trip (0-3 kilometers), and an additional CNY2.5 per kilometer for longer distances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind, most taxi drivers don\u2019t speak English so make sure you have the name and address of your destination written in Chinese characters to show to your driver.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a scenic ride around Westlake<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Did you know Hangzhou has one of the largest bike sharing systems in the world? Riding a bike is the perfect way for getting around in Hangzhou and possibly the most fun form of Hangzhou transportation… Soak up the charming scenery, while enjoying the city\u2019s unassuming, relaxed lifestyle. Our recommendation: ride around Westlake, Hangzhou\u2019s major landmark, and relish its natural beauty and historic relics.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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With 2700 rental stations dotted around the city, renting a bike in Hangzhou is pretty simple. All you have to do is go to one of the bike station booths near Westlake. Make sure to bring your passport for identification. You\u2019ll fill in a form and receive a swipe card for picking up your bike at the docking stations. Swipe, wait for the green light, and you\u2019re good to go!<\/p>\n

The first hour on each bike is free, so if you\u2019re looking for a free tour around the city, simply keep switching bikes within the hour. Just make sure to return your bike within the booth operating hours as the swipe units deactivate, and you will be charged a whole night\u2019s rental.<\/p>\n

Travel with ChinaTours.com<\/h2>\n

The only downfall in Hangzhou transportation is navigating through a system that\u2019s mostly based on Chinese signage. At\u00a0ChinaTours.com<\/a>, we are here to help you, every step of the journey.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re looking for tips and tricks on getting around in Hangzhou or a completely organized\u00a0Hangzhou tour<\/a>, we\u2019ll help you create a holiday you\u2019ll love. Book your tour to remember on ChinaTours.com, or talk to one of our China tour experts.<\/p>\n

Feeling the travel bug and think a China tour might fix it? There\u2019s no better place to start than by connecting with a China travel agency who can provide you with an experience of the real China. Why not try one of our\u00a0best China tours<\/a>? Traveling to 20 unique and exciting destinations, including\u00a0Beijing<\/a>,\u00a0Xian<\/a>, and\u00a0Shanghai<\/a>, at ChinaTours.com, we\u2019ve designed our\u00a0China tours packages<\/a>\u00a0to meet the needs of people who enjoy structure and flexibility when they travel. Ready for adventure? Enquire now.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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