Find your way around

Beijing 北京

Choose the correct airport and railway station first. The metro is extensive, but a cross-city transfer can add a substantial journey.

Airport to city

PEK is Beijing Capital International Airport (北京首都国际机场); PKX is Beijing Daxing International Airport (北京大兴国际机场). They use different airport rail links. Daxing Airport Express connects with the city at Caoqiao; Capital Airport Express connects with central metro lines.

Capital Airport (PEK) →Daxing Airport (PKX) →

Beijing metro map

Start with the line number, then check the transfer station and final exit. Zoom in to read station names.

Beijing rail transit network map. 2026-06-29 edition. Community map in English. Grey or closed stations are not available for boarding. — 2026-06-29 edition. Community map in English. Grey or closed stations are not available for boarding.
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Airport Express services are distinct from normal metro lines and have their own fares. Confirm the terminal and last departure with the operator.

Choose the right train station

Use the full name on your ticket. East, West, North and South are different stations.

Beijing South 北京南: The reviewed Beijing–Shanghai corridor starts here; search Beijingnan on 12306.
Beijing West 北京西: A different terminal used by many long-distance services. Do not confuse it with Beijing South.

Beijing → Shanghai

Choose different rail stations

Taking a taxi

Keep both the airport code and the Chinese destination ready. Leave extra time for a railway or airport connection.

Getting to your hotel

Pick a hotel near a useful metro line and confirm the station exit; large roads can make a nearby-looking hotel a longer walk.

Helpful next steps

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Beijing Capital Airport to the City: PEK Guide

Plan your PEK transfer with Capital Airport Express boarding points, metro connections, late-arrival options and the correct terminal pickup.

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Beijing Daxing Airport to the City: PKX Guide

Choose a route from Daxing Airport, plan the city connection and handle late arrivals or ride-hailing pickups.

Updated 2026-10-11Read guide ↗

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How to Take the Subway in China as a Foreigner

China subway guide for foreign visitors: tickets, QR codes, bank cards, exits and transfers, including Hongqiao Airport T1–Line 10 access in Shanghai.

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China Train Ticket Guide for Foreigners

A practical train ticket guide for foreigners in China: 12306, Trip.com, passport booking, station names, payment and boarding tips.

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Check before travelling

Transport sources reviewed 13 September 2026. Map editions are labelled above. Services, closures and station entrances can change; confirm your journey with the metro operator and 12306. Rail corridor sources appear with each route. This is a source-based guide, not an on-site travel test.