What is the cheapest way to get from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City?

The cheapest way to get from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City is to line 4 subway via Pinganli which costs ¥5 - ¥6 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City?

The fastest way to get from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs ¥55 - ¥75.

Is there a direct train between Xiyuan Station and Forbidden City?

No, there is no direct train from Xiyuan Station station to Forbidden City station. However, there are services departing from Xiyuan Station and arriving at Tian'anmen West Station via Xidan Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City?

The distance between Xiyuan Station and Forbidden City is 20 km. The road distance is 17.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City without a car is to line 4 subway which takes 56 min and costs ¥5 - ¥7.

How long does it take to get from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City?

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City train from?

Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City train services, operated by Beijing Subway, depart from Xiyuan Station.

Where does the Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City train arrive?

Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City train services, operated by Beijing Subway, arrive at Xidan Station.

Can I drive from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City?

Yes, the driving distance between Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City is 18 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City.

Where can I stay near Forbidden City?

There are 1175+ hotels available in Forbidden City.

Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City - 4 ways to travel via line 4 subway, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden City by subway, taxi, or car

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Line 4 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Xiyuan Station to Xidan Stationsubway 4
56 min
¥6
Line 4 subway via Pinganli
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Xiyuan Station to Pinganlisubway 4
1h 3m
¥5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden Citytaxi 17.8 km
18 min
¥55–75
Drive 17.8 km
1. Drive from Xiyuan Station to Forbidden Citycar 17.8 km
18 min
¥16–22

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Distance: 20 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Xiyuan Station, China and Forbidden City, China?

Beijing Subway operates a subway from Xiyuan Station to Xidan Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥4–6 and the journey takes 29 min.

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