What is the cheapest way to get from Forbidden City to Dongzhimen?

The cheapest way to get from Forbidden City to Dongzhimen is to line 6 subway which costs ¥2 - ¥3 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forbidden City to Dongzhimen?

The fastest way to get from Forbidden City to Dongzhimen is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥28 - ¥35.

Is there a direct train between Forbidden City and Dongzhimen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nanluoguxiang and arriving at Chaoyangmen. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Forbidden City to Dongzhimen?

The distance between Forbidden City and Dongzhimen is 6 km.

How do I travel from Forbidden City to Dongzhimen without a car?

The best way to get from Forbidden City to Dongzhimen without a car is to line 6 subway via Nanluoguxiang which takes 33 min and costs ¥2 - ¥4.

How long does it take to get from Forbidden City to Dongzhimen?

The line 6 subway from Nanluoguxiang to Chaoyangmen takes 5 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Forbidden City to Dongzhimen train from?

Forbidden City to Dongzhimen train services, operated by Beijing Subway, depart from Nanluoguxiang station.

Where does the Forbidden City to Dongzhimen train arrive?

Forbidden City to Dongzhimen train services, operated by Beijing Subway, arrive at Chaoyangmen station.

Where can I stay near Dongzhimen?

There are 1176+ hotels available in Dongzhimen.

Forbidden City to Dongzhimen - 6 ways to travel via line 6 subway, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Forbidden City to Dongzhimen by subway, taxi, foot, or bus

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Line 6 subway via Nanluoguxiang
best
1. Take the subway from Nanluoguxiang to Chaoyangmensubway 6
33 min
¥2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forbidden City to Dongzhimentaxi 5.7 km
6 min
¥28–35
Walk
1. Take the foot from Forbidden City to Dongzhimenwalk 5.8 km
1h 10m
Line 6 subway
1. Take the subway from Dongsi to Chaoyangmensubway 6
34 min
¥2–3
Bus, line 2 subway via West Gate of Forbidden City
1. Take the bus from West Gate of Forbidden City to Qianmenbus Beijing Tourist Line 2
2. Take the subway from Qianmen Station to Dongsi Shitiao Stationsubway 2
34 min
¥17–21
Bus, line 2 subway
1. Take the bus from Beihai Park to Qianmenbus Beijing Tourist Line 2
2. Take the subway from Qianmen Station to Dongsi Shitiao Stationsubway 2
59 min
¥17–21

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Distance: 6.1 km
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Forbidden City, China and Dongzhimen, China?

Beijing Subway operates a subway from Nanluoguxiang to Chaoyangmen every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2–4 and the journey takes 5 min.

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