Public Buses
Public Buses (Gong gong qi che -公共汽车)
Xiamen, being a small city by Chinese standards, is relatively easy to move around by public bus. There is usually a minimal waiting time as well....
Public Buses (Gong gong qi che -公共汽车)
Xiamen, being a small city by Chinese standards, is relatively easy to move around by public bus. There is usually a minimal waiting time as well. Easily read Bus Maps are sold at many tourist locations, book stores and post offices. Within the city limits the fare is 1 RMB, but if the bus is air conditioned, the fare rises to 2 RMB. Regardless, riding the bus is a most affordable means of transportation. Major Public Bus terminals within the city are located at the Train Station (火车站) and the Ferry Terminal (轮渡). If you do get lost, just ride a bus to one of these terminals to get your bearings again. If possible, avoid traveling on the bus during rush hours unless you want to become intimate with many people. Buses run from 6 AM to 11 PM.
Bus Routes to the Train Station (Huo Che Zhan - 火车站): 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 13, 17, 21, 26, 28, 33, 37, 38, 42, 43, 46, 48, 49, 72, 80, 83, 88
Bus Routes to the Ferry Terminal (Lun Du - 轮渡): 2, 3, 4, 8, 10, 11, 12, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31, 32, 36, 44, 50, 66, 67, 85
Those interested in Xiamen’s tourist attractions should try out the Special Tourist buses that run along a regular route, visiting some of the best sites around the city. At only 30 RMB the tourist bus is very worth while. Take all the time you need at a site, and then just hop on the next available special tourist bus. The buses are easily distinguished by their blue color and an upper viewing deck. Start your trip at the Ferry Terminal (轮渡).
