What is the cheapest way to get from Beijing to Taiyuan?

The cheapest way to get from Beijing to Taiyuan is to train which costs ¥65 - ¥170 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beijing to Taiyuan?

The fastest way to get from Beijing to Taiyuan is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥1000 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct train between Beijing and Taiyuan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Beijing West Station station and arriving at Taiyuan. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Beijing to Taiyuan?

The distance between Beijing and Taiyuan is 466 km. The road distance is 484.4 km.

How do I travel from Beijing to Taiyuan without a car?

The best way to get from Beijing to Taiyuan without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs ¥65 - ¥170.

How long does it take to get from Beijing to Taiyuan?

The train from Beijing West Station to Taiyuan takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Beijing to Taiyuan train from?

Beijing to Taiyuan train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, depart from Beijing West Station.

Train or fly from Beijing to Taiyuan?

The best way to get from Beijing to Taiyuan is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs ¥65 - ¥170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥1000 - ¥2400 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Beijing to Taiyuan train arrive?

Beijing to Taiyuan train services, operated by China Railways Z-Class, arrive at Taiyuan station.

Can I drive from Beijing to Taiyuan?

Yes, the driving distance between Beijing to Taiyuan is 484 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Beijing to Taiyuan.

Where can I stay near Taiyuan?

There are 88+ hotels available in Taiyuan.

Beijing to Taiyuan - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Beijing to Taiyuan by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Taiyuantrain Beijing West
4h 35m
¥65–170
Drive 484.4 km
1. Drive from Beijing to Taiyuancar 484.4 km
4h 58m
¥410–592
Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport
1. Fly from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN)plane PEK - TYN
2h 57m
¥1,059–2,374
Train via Shijiazhuang
1. Take the train from Beijing West Station to Shijiazhuangtrain
2. Take the train from Shijiazhuang to Yangquan Northtrain
3. Take the train from Yangquan North to Taiyuan Stationtrain
4h 48m
¥147–341
Train to Tianjin Binhai, fly
1. Take the train from Beijing South to Tianjin Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tianjin Binhai (TSN) to Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN)plane TSN - TYN
3h 31m
¥781–2,715

Beijing to Taiyuan by train

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Distance: 466.2 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Beijing, China and Taiyuan, China?

China Railways Z-Class operates a train from Beijing West Station to Taiyuan twice daily. Tickets cost ¥70–140 and the journey takes 4h 35m. China Railways T-Class also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Air China flies from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN) once daily.

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