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

The cheapest way to get from Mutianyu to Forbidden City is to bus which costs ¥40 - ¥60 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mutianyu to Forbidden City is to drive which takes 58 min and costs ¥60 - ¥90.

Is there a direct bus between Mutianyu and Forbidden City?

No, there is no direct bus from Mutianyu to Forbidden City. However, there are services departing from Mutianyu Roundabelt and arriving at East Gate of Forbidden City via Huairou Beidajie and Qianmen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Mutianyu and Forbidden City?

No, there is no direct train from Mutianyu to Forbidden City station. However, there are services departing from Yanqi Lake and arriving at Tian'anmen East Station via Baliqiao Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Mutianyu to Forbidden City?

The distance between Mutianyu and Forbidden City is 101 km. The road distance is 71.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mutianyu to Forbidden City without a car is to train and line 1 subway which takes 2h 43m and costs ¥80 - ¥100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Mutianyu to Forbidden City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mutianyu to Forbidden City bus from?

Mutianyu to Forbidden City bus services, operated by Beijing Public Transport Corporation, depart from Mutianyu Roundabelt station.

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

Mutianyu to Forbidden City train services, operated by Beijing Suburban Railway, depart from Yanqi Lake station.

Where does the Mutianyu to Forbidden City bus arrive?

Mutianyu to Forbidden City bus services, operated by Beijing Public Transport Corporation, arrive at Huairou Beidajie station.

Where does the Mutianyu to Forbidden City train arrive?

Mutianyu to Forbidden City train services, operated by Beijing Suburban Railway, arrive at Tongzhou west station.

Can I drive from Mutianyu to Forbidden City?

Yes, the driving distance between Mutianyu to Forbidden City is 71 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Mutianyu to Forbidden City.

Where can I stay near Forbidden City?

There are 1176+ hotels available in Forbidden City.

Mutianyu to Forbidden City - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 subway, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Mutianyu to Forbidden City by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 1 subway
best
1. Take the train from Yanqi Lake to Tongzhou westtrain Huairou North
2. Take the subway from Baliqiao Station to Tian'anmen East Stationsubway 1
2h 43m
¥83–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mutianyu Roundabelt to Huairou Beidajiebus H23
2. Take the bus from Huairou Beidajie to Dongzhimen Bus Stationbus 916 Express
3h
¥43–57
Drive 71.4 km
1. Drive from Mutianyu to Forbidden Citycar 71.4 km
58 min
¥61–88
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mutianyu to Forbidden Citytaxi 71.4 km
58 min
¥190–230

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Distance: 100.7 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Mutianyu Roundabelt to Forbidden City via Huairou Beidajie, Dongzhimen Bus Station, Dongzhimen, Qianmen Station, Qianmen, and East Gate of Forbidden City in around 3h.

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