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Guilin Train Station

Tickets office：

Gulin Qixinglu Tietong Office  桂林七星路铁通售票点
Add: No. 18 Qixing Lu, Guilin  
         桂林七星路18号
Tel: +86 (0)773 218 8000
Office hours: 8:30am - 8:30pm

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Tickets office：

Gulin Qixinglu Tietong Office  桂林七星路铁通售票点
Add: No. 18 Qixing Lu, Guilin  
         桂林七星路18号
Tel: +86 (0)773 218 8000
Office hours: 8:30am - 8:30pm

Guilin Zhongshanlu Tietong Office 桂林中山路铁通售票点
Add: No. 241 Zhongshan Zhong Lu, Guilin
         桂林中山中路241号
Tel: +86 (0)773 215 8000
Office hrours: 8:30am - 8:30pm
 

 Guilin North Train Station

 

Local bus routes: No. 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 22, 27, 99, 100.

Suzhou North Bus Station (Suzhou Qi Che Bei Zhan)

Suzhou South Bus Station (Suzhou Qi Che Nan Zhan) 苏州汽车南站 Yingchun Lu (Nanhuan Donglu) 苏州迎春路(南环东路) +86 (0)512 6520 4867 Bus Route: 29, 30, 31, 101 Suzhou West Bus Station (Suzhou Qi Che Xi Zhan) 苏州汽车西站 Jinshan Lu, New District (Suzhou Xinqu in Chinese) 新区金山路 +86 (0)512 6825 5186 Bus Rout...
Suzhou South Bus Station (Suzhou Qi Che Nan Zhan) 苏州汽车南站 Yingchun Lu (Nanhuan Donglu) 苏州迎春路(南环东路) +86 (0)512 6520 4867 Bus Route: 29, 30, 31, 101 Suzhou West Bus Station (Suzhou Qi Che Xi Zhan) 苏州汽车西站 Jinshan Lu, New District (Suzhou Xinqu in Chinese) 新区金山路 +86 (0)512 6825 5186 Bus Route: 51, 303, 304, 316, 324 Bus route: 19, 101, 112, 406, 712.

Xi`an Train Station

Xi’An has a long history as a hub connecting eastern China with western China and beyond and that is still the case with the current railway station. Trains depart from Xi’An for every corner of China.

 
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Xi’An has a long history as a hub connecting eastern China with western China and beyond and that is still the case with the current railway station. Trains depart from Xi’An for every corner of China.

 
Tickets can be purchased at the station itself as well as at conveniently placed ticket booths within Xi’An. One such ticket booth is located on the east side of Bei Da Jie (北大街) just north of The Bell Tower (钟楼). There is a 5 yuan fee to purchase tickets there. Tickets for trains that arrive, depart or pass through Xi’An station can theoretically be purchased 12 days in advance. Hotels, hostels and travel agencies may charge their own fees for ticket sales but fees usually range between 5 and 20 yuan.
 
The current station is straining to keep up with the volume of passengers. There is a new station under construction which is expected to be opened in 2008.
 

Railway Ticket Office

Hours: Mon-fri 8-12pm, 2-4:45pm; Sat-Sun 8-12pm, 12:30-2:30pm

Address: Bei Da Jie ( 北大街 )

 This is just one of the railway ticket offices at which train tickets to and from Xi'an can be purchased 12 days in advance for a small additional fee.  It's a small booth on the east side of Bei Da Jie (北大街).


 
How to Get There:
 
The station is located next to the north-east corner of the city wall at the intersection of Huancheng Bei Lu (环城北路)and Jiefang Lu (解放路). There are several bus stops nearby that accept many bus routes including numbers 205, 206, 229, 6, 39, 239, 608, 108, 251, 241, 95, 42, 41, 40, 25, 30, 13, 14, 201, 240, 500, 602, 603, 607, 610, 611, 103, 105, 5, 9, 105, 228, 231, 511, 703, 705, 712.

Ferry Terminal

Ferry Terminal (Lundu, 轮渡)

Ferry Transportation: There is no fee for the 10 minute ferry ride to Gulangyu Island, but there is an 8 RMB charge to return to the mainland. Once you are on t...

Ferry Terminal (Lundu, 轮渡)

Ferry Transportation: There is no fee for the 10 minute ferry ride to Gulangyu Island, but there is an 8 RMB charge to return to the mainland. Once you are on the Island you can take electrically motorized tour cars around the Island or take a relaxing walk as there are no other vehicles allowed – not even bicycles.

Public Bus Routes to the Ferry Terminal: 2, 3, 4, 8, 10, 11, 12, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31, 32, 36, 44, 50, 66, 67, 85

Taxis

Taxi  (Chu Zu Che - 出租车; Di Shi - 的士)
 
Taxis are a very convenient and inexpensive way to get around Xiamen.  Taxis cost 8 RMB for the first 8 kilometers, and 2 RMB for each kilometer thereafter.  While there are numerous...
Taxi  (Chu Zu Che - 出租车; Di Shi - 的士)
 
Taxis are a very convenient and inexpensive way to get around Xiamen.  Taxis cost 8 RMB for the first 8 kilometers, and 2 RMB for each kilometer thereafter.  While there are numerous taxis in the city, it can sometimes be quite difficult to find a vacant one during rush hours. Most taxi drivers do not understand English. Therefore, if your Chinese isn’t up to the task, it is best to have the intended address written out in Chinese characters (business cards are great for this purpose).   Another, albeit slightly less convenient, option is to have someone you can phone who will be able to give instructions to the driver in Chinese.  Within the city the taxi fare should usually not exceed 30 RMB unless you are traveling off the island or going for a long trip along the ring road.  Make sure that the taxi driver turns on the meter (located on the front dash board)!

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).

Long Distance Bus Stations

Long Distant Bus Travel
 

Traveling by long distance bus to and from Xiamen is quite simple. However, it is wise to have your destination written in Chinese if your Chinese pronunciation is poor. Tickets can be purchased at the bus stations, at t...

Long Distant Bus Travel
 

Traveling by long distance bus to and from Xiamen is quite simple. However, it is wise to have your destination written in Chinese if your Chinese pronunciation is poor. Tickets can be purchased at the bus stations, at travel agencies, or your hotel may also be able to assist you. As a rule, buses are quite cheap, but prices may be higher for buses with air conditioning or luxury coaches.  Prices run the gamut depending on the distance of your destination.  There are direct buses to most destinations in Fujian Province such as Fuzhou, Quanzhou, Zhangzhou, Longyan, etc. There are also direct buses to cities in other provinces such as, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Guilin, Nanning, Suzhou and Shanghai.  Overnight buses are a great way to save time, but only if you don’t have problems with falling asleep, and are not a large person. Lastly, be aware that if you choose a cheaper bus you may not be dropped off at a bus station, but at a random or somewhat unfamiliar place at your destination.Jimei Bus Station (集美 汽车站)
 
 
Long Distance Bus Information Numbers: (592) 220 1246, (592) 221 5238
 
 
Songbai Bus Station (松柏 汽车站)
 
Address: No.211, Lianyue Lu (莲岳路)  
Directions: The station is just a few blocks east of the Best Western Premier Hotel and Songbai Park
Local Bus Routes to the Station: 24, 31, 33, 49, 73, 86, 98, 99, 101
Tel: (0)592 5089 018, 5089 328, 5091 086                   
 
Hubin Nan (south) Long Distance Bus Station (湖滨南路 长途汽车站)
 
Address: No.59 Hubin Nan Lu (湖滨南路)
Directions: The station is just east of Electronic City on Hubin Nan Lu (湖滨南路)
Local Bus Routes to the Station: 10, 15, 23, 30, 43, 45, 85, 88, 99
Tel: (0)592 2215 283, 2202 030
 
Jimei Bus Station (集美 汽车站)
 
Address: No.159, Yinjiang Lu (银江路)
Directions: The station is just south of Jimei University’s main campus on Yinjiang Lu (银江路)
Local Bus Routes to the Station: 18, 52, 55, 56, 67, 79, 106, 615, 616, 625
Tel: (0)592 6100 312, 6068 319            

 

Bicycle Rental

Renting a bicycle is a good option for those who plan on using their feet to get around.  Many hostels in Kunming offer bicycle rentals at (usually) 2 RMB per hour or 15 RMB for a day.  The deposit for an old bike is generally 200 RMB; 400 RMB for a newer one.  Cycling as a means o...

Renting a bicycle is a good option for those who plan on using their feet to get around.  Many hostels in Kunming offer bicycle rentals at (usually) 2 RMB per hour or 15 RMB for a day.  The deposit for an old bike is generally 200 RMB; 400 RMB for a newer one.  Cycling as a means of transportation is gaining in popularity, since point to point distances in Kunming are often not far at all.  Travel by bicycle is thus convenient, cheap, and, as we all know, does not pollute the environment.  Remember to lock bikes when parking them!