What is the cheapest way to get from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City?

The cheapest way to get from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City is to line 8 subway which costs ¥2 - ¥4 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City?

The fastest way to get from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥30 - ¥40.

Is there a direct bus between Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Yongdingmen Gate Tower and arriving at West Gate of Forbidden City. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tianqiao and arriving at Jinyuhutong. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City?

The distance between Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City is 8 km.

How do I travel from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City without a car?

The best way to get from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City without a car is to bus via West Gate of Forbidden City which takes 51 min and costs ¥14 - ¥20.

How long does it take to get from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City?

The bus from Yongdingmen Gate Tower to West Gate of Forbidden City takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City bus from?

Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City bus services, operated by Beijing Public Transport Corporation, depart from Yongdingmen Gate Tower station.

Where do I catch the Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City train from?

Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City train services, operated by Beijing Subway, depart from Tianqiao station.

Where does the Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City bus arrive?

Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City bus services, operated by Beijing Public Transport Corporation, arrive at West Gate of Forbidden City station.

Where does the Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City train arrive?

Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City train services, operated by Beijing Subway, arrive at Jinyuhutong station.

Where can I stay near Forbidden City?

There are 1175+ hotels available in Forbidden City.

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There are 5 ways to get from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden City by bus, taxi, foot, or subway

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Bus via West Gate of Forbidden City
best
1. Take the bus from Yongdingmen Gate Tower to West Gate of Forbidden Citybus Beijing Sightseeing Bus Line 1
51 min
¥14–20
Line 8 subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Tianqiao to Jinyuhutongsubway 8
54 min
¥2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden Citytaxi 6.7 km
7 min
¥30–40
Walk
1. Take the walk from Temple of Heaven to Forbidden Citywalk 6.5 km
1h 17m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Yongdingmen Gate Tower to Beihai Parkbus Beijing Sightseeing Bus Line 1
1h 2m
¥14–20

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Distance: 7.9 km
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Temple of Heaven, China and Forbidden City, China?

Beijing Public Transport Corporation operates a bus from Yongdingmen Gate Tower to West Gate of Forbidden City every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥14–20 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, Beijing Subway operates a subway from Tianqiao to Jinyuhutong every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2–4 and the journey takes 8 min.

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