Pingyao is served by two main train stations: Pingyao Railway Station, which handles conventional trains and is located near the ancient city's West Gate, and Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station (Pingyao Gucheng Railway Station), a modern high-speed rail hub situated southwest of the ancient city. The closest airport is Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN), approximately 90-100 kilometers away.
From Beijing:
High-speed train (G/D-trains):: Travel from Beijing Fengtai Railway Station to Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station takes approximately 3.5 to 5 hours. Costs typically range from USD 33 to USD 113 (CNY 213-486) for a second-class seat.
Conventional overnight train:: A slower option, taking 9 to 12 hours to Pingyao Railway Station. A hard sleeper ticket may cost around USD 24-30 (CNY 169-275).
From Xi'an:
High-speed train (D-trains):: Journeys from Xi'an North Railway Station to Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station average 2.5 to 3.5 hours, with second-class seats costing approximately USD 21-23 (CNY 150-159.5).
Conventional overnight train:: An alternative taking about 8.5 to 10 hours to Pingyao Railway Station.
From Taiyuan (Nearest Airport Access):
Flight to Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN):: There is no airport directly in Pingyao. After arriving at Taiyuan Wusu International Airport, transfer to Pingyao.
High-speed train:: From Taiyuan South Railway Station to Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station, the journey is about 30-56 minutes and costs approximately CNY 28.5-34.5.
Bus:: Buses from Taiyuan Jiannan Bus Station to Pingyao Bus Station take about 1.5 to 2 hours, with fares around CNY 25-30.
From Datong:
High-speed train:: From Datong South Railway Station to Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station, travel takes about 2.5 to 3 hours, with a second-class seat around CNY 145.5.
Conventional train:: Takes 6 to 7.5 hours to Pingyao Railway Station, with hard sleeper tickets ranging from CNY 117.5-174.5.
Bus:: The bus journey from Datong to Pingyao typically takes around 5.5 to 6 hours, including transfers.
Getting to Pingyao Ancient City from Train Stations:
From Pingyao Ancient City Railway Station:: Take Bus No. 108 (approximately 30-45 minutes, CNY 1) or a taxi (around 18-20 minutes, CNY 15-30) to reach the South or North Gate of Pingyao Ancient City.
From Pingyao Railway Station:: The ancient city is about 1 kilometer away, a 10-minute walk or a short taxi ride (approximately CNY 10).
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