Chengdu Transportation
The transportation network in Chengdu is very developed. It has one of China’s busiest airports; it is the intersection point of five trunk railway lines; it is connected with thousands of miles of expressways and has dozens of coach stations sending passengers to various destinations. Within the city area, there are subways, city buses, taxis and many other transport conveniences for passengers to choose from.
Air
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Shuangliu Airport |
Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), in the southwest of the city. Located about 16 kilometers (10 miles) from the city center, it is the largest aviation hub in central and western China, and aims to form the national aviation hub in mainland China. It has flights to more than 220 domestic cities and over 130 international cities. Frequent one-hour flights are available to Kunming, capital of Yunnan Province. Flights to Xining, capital of Qinghai Province, take about one and a half hours, with two-hour flights available to Lhasa, capital of Tibet. It is convenient to visit the Jiuzhaigou Scenic Spot by air, a 40-minute flight from CTU to Jiuhuang (Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong) Airport with one-way full fare of CNY 980, excluding departure tax and fuel surcharge. Visitors are advised to book flights early for this popular trip. Discounts may be available through hotels or travel agencies. Chengdu Flights (brief introduction & flight search)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport will operate in 2021, around 51.5 kilometers (32 miles) away from downtown Chengdu. Now, passengers can fly to Chengdu Shuangliu Airport and then take airport shuttle bus and city bus to travel between the airport and downtown Chengdu.
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Metro Station |
In addition, Line 13, Line 19, Line 27 and Line 30 will serve the public in the near future.

Public bus services extend in all directions. You can get to most of places, especially sights inside the city, by bus. Common public buses charge CNY 1, while those with air-conditioners charge CNY 2. Take small change as there are no conductors on many of the buses.

Travels non-stop and directly to attraction sites, sightseeing bus saves travelers, especially independent travelers a lot of time. Although different from those of other cities and mostly sold together with entry ticket to the destination, it is still cheaper than taking taxis. Also, there are free schedules.
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Taxi
Magotan | ||
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Fare | Day | Night |
Flag-down Rate for First 2km (1.2mi) | CNY12 | CNY13 |
Fare between 2-10km (1.2-6mi) | CNY3/km | CNY3.3/km |
Fare between 10-60km (6-37mi) | CNY4.5/km | CNY4.95/km |
Fare beyond 60km (37mi) | CNY3/km | CNY3.3/km |
Sagitar 2.0L; cars with 1.4T Emission | ||
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Fare | Day | Night |
Flag-down Rate for First 2km (1.2mi) | CNY9 | CNY10 |
Fare between 2-10km (1.2-6mi) | CNY1.9/km | CNY2.2/km |
Fare between 10-60km (6-37mi) | CNY2.85/km | CNY3.3/km |
Fare beyond 60km (37mi) | CNY1.9/km | CNY2.2/km |
Elysee, Jetta, Sagitar 1.6L | ||
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Fare | Day | Night |
Flag-down Rate for First 2km (1.2mi) | CNY8 | CNY9 |
Fare between 2-10km (1.2-6mi) | CNY1.9/km | CNY2.2/km |
Fare between 10-60km (6-37mi) | CNY2.85/km | CNY3.3/km |
Fare beyond 60km (37mi) | CNY1.9/km | CNY2.2/km |
Notes:
1. Three types of taxis are serving in the city, and passengers can make a reservation by calling 028- 962999. It should be noted that the cars of Magotan brand won’t run in the city unless being reserved, and the other two types are quite common on the street.
2. For every 5 minutes’ waiting, the cost equals to the unit price per kilometer (0.6mi).
3. It is regulated that taxis running in the districts of Jinjiang, Qingyang, Jinniu, Wuhou and Chenghua, as well as from/to Shuangliu Airport must charge by meter. Therefore, if confronted with refusal, you can dial 028-96515 to make a complaint.
Riding a bike can be the best choice for a leisurely city tour. You can find many dockless bikes on the streets of Chengdu. Visitors just need to download bike sharing apps and finish the ID verification procedure to use these bikes. It usually costs CNY 0.5 - 1 for every 30 minutes.
Pedicab
Gathering within the First Ring Road, especially in the city center, the pedicab has been a typical feature of the city. Drivers wear uniforms with identifying cards. The charge starts from CNY 5. You can bargain.
Transportation to Other Cities

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Can you advise cost of taxi to Ya'an from CTU early morning around 6-6.30 am or public transport if easy
Can you recommend any car with driver hire company and daily rates ?
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