Hangzhou East Railway Station is the city's main high-speed rail hub with bullet trains to Shanghai (45 min), Beijing, Nanjing, and throughout China.

About Hangzhou East Railway Station

Hangzhou East Railway Station (Hángzhōu Dōng Zhàn) is one of Asia's largest and most modern railway stations, serving as the city's primary high-speed rail hub. The station handles bullet trains (CRH/Fuxing) to Shanghai Hongqiao (45 min, every 5-10 min), Nanjing (2h 30min), Beijing (4h 30min), Shenzhen (7h), and dozens of other cities.

The massive station complex includes a shopping mall, food court, waiting halls, and connects to Metro Lines 1 and 4. It was built in 2013 as part of China's high-speed rail expansion, handling over 300,000 passengers daily during peak periods. The station area has developed rapidly with hotels and commercial complexes.

For travelers arriving at Hangzhou Airport and continuing by train, the Metro Line 1 connects the airport directly to the East Railway Station, making it a convenient transfer point without navigating the city. The Shanghai-Hangzhou bullet train is so frequent and fast that many travelers commute between the two cities daily.

Nearby Landmarks

Hangzhou East Station high-speed rail platforms station shopping complex

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $8-12 (55-80 CNY)
Time 30-45 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Train (Metro Line 1)

Cost $1 (4 CNY)
Time 40 minutes
Frequency Every 4-7 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

Take Metro Line 1 from airport to Huochezhan Dong (East Railway Station). Direct, no transfers.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $8-12 (55-80 CNY) 30-45 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Train $1 (4 CNY) 40 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Metro Line 1 runs until about 10:30 PM. After that, taxis from the airport to the station cost ¥80-120 ($11-17). The railway station operates 24/7, though most high-speed trains run between 6 AM and 10 PM. A few overnight trains (non-high-speed) depart late at night.

Luggage Tips

Metro has luggage space. Hangzhou East station has luggage carts, porters, and lockers. The station is enormous—allow 20-30 minutes to navigate from metro to your departure platform. Elevators connect all levels. High-speed trains have overhead racks and luggage areas between cars.

Accessibility

Metro Line 1 and the railway station are fully accessible with elevators. The station has wheelchair-accessible restrooms, tactile paving, and priority boarding channels. Request wheelchair assistance at the station's service counter. High-speed trains have designated wheelchair spaces.