How to Travel from Beijing to Hangzhou

Beijing is in the north of China. Hangzhou is on the eastern coast of China. The distance between the two cities is about 1,300 kilometers. By plane is the fastest way to travel between Beijing and Hangzhou. It only takes 2 hours. We will list the flights and trains between the two cities for you to check.

Best Way to Travel From Beijing to Hangzhou

The most recommended way to travel from Beijing to Hangzhou is by plane. On the one hand, it only takes 2 hours to get to the destination by plane, which saves a lot of time. On the other hand, the cabin service on the plane is much better than that on the high-speed train.

Note for Passengers:

1. The ticket price does not include airport construction fees and fuel surcharges.

2. The prices displayed above are for reference only. They may change at any time.

Beijing to Hangzhou Flight

The fastest flight from Beijing to Hangzhou only takes 2 hours, excluding check-in and luggage collection time. The earliest flight takes off at 7:20 and lands at 9:20, while the last flight takes off at 22:10 and lands at 00:25. The economy class price is CNY 2420/USD333.

Flights Depart From Beijing Capital Airport

18 flights depart from Beijing Capital Airport to Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport every day, among which the flight with the shortest duration is CA1708, taking 2 hours and 10 minutes. The Airport Express of the Beijing subway passes through the terminal. It takes 1 hour and costs CNY 29 to get to the Capital Airport from Tiananmen Square by subway.

(Update on July 1, 2025)

Flights Depart from Daxing Airport

11 flights take off from Beijing Daxing Airport every day, of which the fastest one is MU5147, which takes 2 hours to arrive at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. It takes 75 minutes and costs CNY 39 to get to Daxing Airport from Tiananmen Square by subway.

(Update on July 1, 2025)

Flights from Hangzhou to Beijing

There are 56 flights from Hangzhou to Beijing every day. The earliest flight takes off at 7:00 and arrives in Beijing at 9:20. The latest flight takes off at 23:05 and arrives in Beijing at 1:20 the next day.

(Update on July 1, 2025)

Beijing to Hangzhou High-speed Train

The trains depart from Beijing Railway Station or Beijing South Railway Station and arrive at Hangzhou Railway Station or Hangzhou East Railway Station. Taking a high-speed train can be your second choice. If there is no extreme weather that leads to the cancellation of the trains, the departure and arrival times of the high-speed trains are accurate.

Beijing to Hangzhou High-speed Train Timetable

(Update on July 1, 2025)

Hangzhou to Beijing High-speed Train Timetable

(Update on July 1, 2025)

Beijing to Hangzhou High-speed Train Cost

Beijing to Hangzhou Sleeper Train

There is only 1 normal-speed train from Beijing to Hangzhou every day. It departs from Beijing Fengtai Railway Station at 13:15 and arrives at Hangzhou Railway Station at 8:54 the next day, taking 19 hours and 39 minutes.

We do not recommend taking this train to Hangzhou as it takes too long. Besides, there is no shower on the train, so you won't be able to take a shower on the day you take the train. However, you can wash your face and brush your teeth. You also need to bring your toiletries.

Beijing to Hangzhou Overnight Train Timetable

(Update on July 1, 2025)

Hangzhou to Beijing Sleeper Train Timetable

(Update on July 1, 2025)

Beijing to Hangzhou Normal Speed Train Ticket Prices

How do you Get From Beijing Downtown to the Airport

Beijing has two airports: Capital International Airport and Daxing International Airport. Capital International Airport is 30 kilometers from the city center, and Daxing International Airport is 52 kilometers from the city center.

You can take the subway or a taxi to get to the airport from the city center. Before you leave, you need to check which airport your flight is leaving from.

Beijing Downtown to Capital Airport

1. Take a Taxi: It takes 1 hour to go from Tiananmen to the Capital Airport by taxi. It costs CNY100.

2. By Subway: Capital Airport Express

The Capital Airport Express runs from Beixinqiao Station to T2 Terminal. It goes through Dongzhimen Station, Sanyuanqiao Station, and Terminal 3 Station. The first train to T2 Terminal leaves at 5:56, and the last train leaves at 22:26.

Beijing Downtown to Daxing Airport

1. Take a Taxi: It takes 1 hour to go from Tiananmen to Daxing Airport by taxi. It costs CNY173.

2. By Subway: Daxing Airport Express

The Daxing Airport Express runs between Caoyao Station and Daxing Airport. It stops at Daxing New Town Station. The first train to Daxing Airport leaves at 5:39. The last train leaves at 22:28.

How do You Get From Hangzhou Airport to Downtown

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is 25 kilometers away from the city center. You can take the subway, bus, or taxi from the airport to the city center.

By Subway: Line 1, Line 7, Line 19

From Hangzhou Airport, you can take the subway directly to West Lake for the price of CNY 9. Take Line 19 (toward Shaoxi) and get off at West Lake Culture Square Station, then transfer to Line 1 (toward Xianghu) and get off at Fengqi Road. Finally, walk 1 kilometer to West Lake.

By Bus: Wulinmen Special Line

Taxi

There is a taxi boarding area at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. The airport is about 35 kilometers away from the downtown area. It takes 50 minutes to get to the downtown area without traffic jams.

Note: the above data is for reference only, and the price may vary depending on the route taken by the driver.

Booking a Private Transfer With China Travel

A Private transfer can take you to hotels, train stations, and scenic spots in your city, so you don't have to worry about transportation. All you need to do is tell us your destination, and the driver will safely take you there. Don't hesitate to contact us if you need a pick-up service.

Is Hangzhou Worth Visiting

If you come to Hangzhou for a tour, you can stay at the Fly Zoo Hotel, an unmanned hotel built by Alibaba Group. The nearby subway station is the Haichuangyuan Station of Line 19. You can experience a fully self-service check-in. Several robots in the hotel can lead the way and deliver food.

Highlights in Beijing and Hangzhou

The Imperial City 故宫

It, also known as the Forbidden City, was the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties and the world's most intact ancient palace. The Forbidden City is very famous in China and attracts tourists from all over the world.

Due to the limited number of visitors allowed in the scenic area, it can be difficult to obtain tickets to the Forbidden City. Below are some recommended routes in Beijing, and we will do our best to help you book tickets to the Forbidden City.

• 4-Day Beijing Essence Tour
• 1-Day Trip to the Forbidden City and the Great Wall
• Hangzhou Tour from Beijing

Wuzhen Water Town

Wuzhen has a history of 1,300 years. It is in Tongxiang City and is 79 kilometers away from Hangzhou. The rivers divide Wuzhen into four parts: Xizha, Dongzha, Beizha, and Nanzha. We usually visit Xizha and Dongzha.

In the Xizha, you can see people bringing the vegetables and fruits they grow to the market to sell in the morning. The Wuzhen Theatre Festival is held there every year. In the Dongzha, you can see exciting boat martial arts performances. These performances are done on wooden boats, showing Chinese martial arts.

• Wuzhen Water Town Day Tour from Hangzhou

West Lake 西湖

It is located in the heart of Hangzhou City. Visitors can take the subway Line 1 and get off at Longxiang Bridge Station, then walk about 1.4 kilometers to reach the West Lake scenic area. There are boats available for sightseeing both during the day and at night, making it a great choice to visit West Lake after dinner.

• 2-Day Hangzhou Essence Tour
• 1-Day West Lake Walking Tour

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