Major high-speed rail hub with bullet trains to Shanghai, Tianjin, Nanjing, and other cities.

About Beijing South Railway Station

Beijing South Railway Station is China's premier high-speed rail terminus, handling the busiest rail corridors in the country. The station's massive elliptical design, completed in 2008 for the Olympics, processes hundreds of CRH bullet trains daily on routes to Shanghai (4.5 hours at 350 km/h), Tianjin (30 minutes), Nanjing (3.5 hours), and cities across eastern and southern China.

For travelers flying into Daxing Airport and connecting to the high-speed rail network, Beijing South is more conveniently located than from the older Capital Airport (PEK), as both are in southern Beijing. The station is directly served by Metro Lines 4 and 14, with the surrounding area offering numerous hotels catering to transit passengers.

The nearby Temple of Heaven, just 3 km northeast of the station, is one of Beijing's most iconic landmarks — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Ming and Qing emperors performed annual ceremonies to pray for good harvests. The surrounding park is one of Beijing's most atmospheric public spaces, especially in the early morning when residents gather for exercise, dancing, and music.

Nearby Landmarks

Temple of Heaven Taoranting Park Niujie Mosque Beijing Natural History Museum

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost CNY 100-140
Time 40-60 minutes

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

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost CNY 80-120
Time 40-60 minutes

Level B1 DiDi zone

Train (Daxing Airport Express + Metro)

Cost CNY 38
Time 35 minutes
Frequency Every 8-10 min

Step-by-Step Directions

Take Airport Express to Caoqiao, transfer Line 10 westbound to Beijing South Railway Station.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi CNY 100-140 40-60 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare CNY 80-120 40-60 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train CNY 38 35 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

The Daxing Airport Express runs until about 10:30 PM. Most high-speed trains from Beijing South depart by 9:00 PM, with some Tianjin services running until 11:00 PM. For late connections, taxi from PKX to Beijing South costs ¥120-150 (35-45 min). DiDi is also available.

Luggage Tips

The Daxing Airport Express has dedicated luggage space. Beijing South Railway Station has luggage storage on the B1 level (¥10-20 per item). The metro transfer at Caoqiao involves elevators and is manageable with luggage. High-speed trains have overhead racks and luggage areas between seats.

Accessibility

Both PKX airport and Beijing South Railway Station are among China's most accessible facilities. The Daxing Express and Metro Line 4 have elevators at all stations. Beijing South has wheelchair-accessible ticket counters, waiting areas, and boarding assistance. Request help at the service desk.