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

The cheapest way to get from Tianjin to Forbidden City is to train and line 4 subway which costs ¥45 - ¥70 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tianjin to Forbidden City is to train and line 4 subway which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥45 - ¥70.

Is there a direct bus between Tianjin and Forbidden City?

No, there is no direct bus from Tianjin station to Forbidden City. However, there are services departing from Tianjin West station and arriving at Wangfujing Street via Bcia T2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Tianjin and Forbidden City?

No, there is no direct train from Tianjin station to Forbidden City station. However, there are services departing from Tianjin Station and arriving at Tian'anmen West Station via Beijing South station and Xidan Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Tianjin to Forbidden City?

The distance between Tianjin and Forbidden City is 125 km. The road distance is 118.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tianjin to Forbidden City without a car is to train and line 4 subway which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥45 - ¥70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Tianjin to Forbidden City, including transfers.

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

Tianjin to Forbidden City bus services, operated by Beijing Airport coaches, depart from Tianjin West station.

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

Tianjin to Forbidden City train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, depart from Tianjin Station.

Train or bus from Tianjin to Forbidden City?

The best way to get from Tianjin to Forbidden City is to bus and line 10 bus which takes 4h 7m and costs ¥90 - ¥140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥75 - ¥130 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Tianjin to Forbidden City bus arrive?

Tianjin to Forbidden City bus services, operated by Beijing Airport coaches, arrive at Bcia T2 station.

Where does the Tianjin to Forbidden City train arrive?

Tianjin to Forbidden City train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, arrive at Beijing South station.

Can I drive from Tianjin to Forbidden City?

Yes, the driving distance between Tianjin to Forbidden City is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Tianjin to Forbidden City.

Where can I stay near Forbidden City?

There are 1172+ hotels available in Forbidden City.

Tianjin to Forbidden City - 5 ways to travel via train, line 4 subway, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Tianjin to Forbidden City by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 4 subway
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1. Take the train from Tianjin Station to Beijing Southtrain Tianjin / ...
2. Take the subway from Beijing South station to Xidan Stationsubway 4
1h 7m
¥47–66
Bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Tianjin West station to Bcia T2bus
2. Take the bus from Bcia T2 to Wangfujing Streetbus 10
4h 7m
¥94–137
Drive 118.4 km
1. Drive from Tianjin to Forbidden Citycar 118.4 km
1h 27m
¥101–146
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tianjin to Forbidden Citytaxi 118.4 km
1h 27m
¥310–380
Train
1. Take the train from Tianjin West Station to Beijingtrain Shanghai
1h 53m
¥77–124

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Distance: 124.8 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Tianjin West station to Forbidden City via Bcia T2 and Wangfujing Street in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, China Railways D-Class operates a train from Tianjin West Station to Beijing once daily. Tickets cost ¥60–110 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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