What is the cheapest way to get from Xidan to Tiananmen Square?

The cheapest way to get from Xidan to Tiananmen Square is to line 1 subway via Tian'anmen West Station which costs ¥2 - ¥3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Xidan to Tiananmen Square?

The fastest way to get from Xidan to Tiananmen Square is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs ¥24 - ¥30.

Is there a direct train between Xidan and Tiananmen Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Xidan Station station and arriving at Tian'anmen West Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2 min.

How far is it from Xidan to Tiananmen Square?

The distance between Xidan and Tiananmen Square is 2 km.

How do I travel from Xidan to Tiananmen Square without a car?

The best way to get from Xidan to Tiananmen Square without a car is to line 1 subway via Tian'anmen West Station which takes 14 min and costs ¥2 - ¥3.

How long does it take to get from Xidan to Tiananmen Square?

The line 1 subway from Xidan Station to Tian'anmen West Station takes 2 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Xidan to Tiananmen Square train from?

Xidan to Tiananmen Square train services, operated by Beijing Subway, depart from Xidan Station.

Where does the Xidan to Tiananmen Square train arrive?

Xidan to Tiananmen Square train services, operated by Beijing Subway, arrive at Tian'anmen West Station.

Where can I stay near Tiananmen Square?

There are 1172+ hotels available in Tiananmen Square.

Xidan to Tiananmen Square - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway, taxi, and foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Xidan to Tiananmen Square by subway, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway via Tian'anmen West Station
best
1. Take the subway from Xidan Station to Tian'anmen West Stationsubway 1
14 min
¥2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Xidan to Tiananmen Squaretaxi 4.2 km
3 min
¥24–30
Walk
1. Take the foot from Xidan to Tiananmen Squarewalk 2.5 km
29 min
Line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from Xidan Station to Tian'anmen East Stationsubway 1
19 min
¥2–3

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Distance: 2.5 km
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Xidan, Beijing Municipality, China and Tiananmen Square, China?

Beijing Subway operates a subway from Xidan Station to Tian'anmen West Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2–3 and the journey takes 2 min.

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